About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role overview

Confidential Client is seeking entry-level Associate Scientists to join onsite laboratory teams in Madison, WI. These Contract-to-Hire positions support quality control, analytical chemistry, microbiology, and general laboratory operations across food, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and consumer product environments. This role is ideal for recent graduates in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Food Science, or related fields who want hands-on training and career growth.

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What You’ll Do

You will perform lab support duties that help maintain product quality and reliable analytical results. Typical responsibilities include:

• Prepare samples and reagents for testing
• Run routine analytical and microbiological tests (wet chemistry, plating, basic HPLC/GC workflows)
• Collect, record, and verify experimental and quality data
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and document results accurately
• Support quality inspections and production teams as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant laboratory workspace
• Receive on-the-job training from experienced scientists and lab staff

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Food Science, or related scientific field
• Laboratory experience through coursework, internships, research, or industry experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and documentation practices
• Interest in analytical chemistry, microbiology, or quality control
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Comfortable working full-time onsite in Madison, WI

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Job type & location

This is a Contract-to-Hire, full-time, onsite role based in Madison, WI.

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Compensation & benefits

• Pay range: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour (actual offer will depend on qualifications, experience, and other job-related factors)
• If eligible, benefits for this temporary role may include: medical, dental & vision; 401(k) retirement plan (pre-tax and Roth options); voluntary life & AD&D; short- and long-term disability; HSA; employee assistance programs; and paid time off policies. Benefit eligibility depends on job classification and tenure.

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About Confidential Client

Confidential Client is a leader in providing scientific and QA laboratory services. They partner with employers across multiple industries to deliver reliable analytical results and quality control support. This opportunity provides exposure to industry-standard instruments and methods and a pathway to grow within laboratory science careers.

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Additional information

• Application deadline (anticipated): Oct 29, 2026
• Workplace: fully onsite in Madison, WI
• Reasonable accommodations: If you need a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process, please contact Careertakes for options.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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