Entry-Level Lab Technician
The Entry-Level Lab Technician role involves supporting daily laboratory operations including sample preparation, purification, and automation in a fast-paced scientific environment. The position requires adherence to safety protocols and SOPs, operation and maintenance of lab equipment, and effective communication with internal teams and clients. This full-time contract role is ideal for candidates seeking practical experience in a clinical or scientific laboratory setting.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is hiring entry-level Laboratory Technicians and Laboratory Assistants to support day-to-day operations in a fast-paced clinical laboratory environment. Typical responsibilities include:
- Sort and track incoming samples; follow safety protocols, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and trainer instructions for handling biohazardous material.
- Prepare and purify sequencing templates (including PCR purification) and load samples onto automated sequencing instruments.
- Assist with or operate automation platforms and maintain instrument readiness.
- Perform basic labware washing, calibration checks, and workstation cleaning to maintain a tidy, compliant lab environment.
- Communicate sample status and basic updates to internal teams and clients via phone and email in a professional manner.
- Follow chain-of-custody, labeling, and documentation standards accurately.
Qualifications & Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required. Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, or related life sciences is a plus.
- Hands-on experience or familiarity with basic liquid handling (pipetting) and unit conversions (e.g., mL ↔ L).
- Strong attention to detail and ability to learn technical procedures quickly.
- Good time management and ability to meet deadlines in a high-volume setting.
- Reliable communication skills and a collaborative, solution-oriented work style.
Compensation, Hours & Employment Type
- Pay Rate: $20.98 per hour (hourly). Estimated annual equivalent shown elsewhere: ~$48,448.
- Position Type: Full-time; Contract / Contingent.
- Available shifts:
- Laboratory Assistant: M–F, 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM EST
- Laboratory Technician I: M–F, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM EST
- Laboratory Technician I: M–F, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM EST
Preferred / Helpful Experience
- Coursework or volunteer experience in molecular biology, clinical lab settings, or similar.
- Comfortable with routine lab documentation, following SOPs, and working under supervision.
- Prior exposure to automated sequencing workflows or PCR is advantageous but not required.
Why This Role?
- Entry-level opportunity to build practical laboratory skills in sequencing and automation.
- Structured environment with SOPs and trainer-led onboarding.
- Work with experienced lab teams at a Confidential Client in the Clinical Laboratory / Life Sciences sector.
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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