Job Information
Actalent Lab Technician in Coralville, Iowa
Laboratory Technician
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Laboratory Technician to join our team. The role involves performing manufacturing tasks to transform raw materials into final products, including decontamination processes, product transfer, and instrument maintenance. The ideal candidate will operate laboratory instruments, adhere to all company policies and procedures, and support the daily management of processes and products.
Responsibilities
Perform manufacturing tasks to transform raw materials into final products, including decontamination processes, product transfer, and instrument maintenance and logging.
Operate laboratory instruments to complete tasks by following all work instructions and adhering to all company policies and procedures.
Strictly adhere to customer-specific as well as general work instructions and SOPs.
Support daily management of processes and products, including assessment to drive problem-solving with data and suggestion of countermeasures.
Use automated and manual lab equipment, including troubleshooting and maintenance activities.
Quantify and sample DNA fragments for quality control tests.
Essential Skills
Laboratory experience
Biology knowledge
Proficient in pipetting
Troubleshooting skills
Cooperation and teamwork
Efficiency in tasks
Quality control
Data entry
Chemistry knowledge
Experience with LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems)
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Associate's Degree in Science required
Bachelor's Degree in Life Science preferred
Work Environment
The work schedule varies by shift: Friday to Sunday from 7am to 7:30pm and Monday to Thursday from 9pm to 7:30am with base pay plus shift differential. The synthesis team will perform cell division of the oligo and pass it on to formulations, requiring teamwork. The HPLC team will purify the oligo and pass it on to formulations, also requiring teamwork. The formulation team will handle concentration adjustments to the oligo and then packaging, which involves more solo work.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.59 - $26.67/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Coralville,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 9, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.