Lab Technician
The Lab Technician role involves performing laboratory testing and analysis to support patient diagnostics and healthcare outcomes, utilizing advanced laboratory instrumentation and methodologies. This position offers hands-on experience in sample preparation, quality control, and equipment maintenance within a fast-paced scientific environment, providing a strong foundation for career growth in the life sciences industry.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Scientific & QA (Life Sciences).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
- Perform laboratory testing and analysis to support patient diagnostics and healthcare outcomes.
- Process and prepare biological samples according to established laboratory procedures.
- Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation to perform routine testing.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation of laboratory results and maintain data integrity.
- Support quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) activities and document corrective actions when needed.
- Troubleshoot test performance issues and assist with equipment calibration, maintenance, and lab organization.
- Collaborate with scientists, technologists, and laboratory teams to ensure accurate and timely results.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
- Hands-on laboratory skills gained through academic coursework, internships, research, or industry experience.
- Working knowledge of common laboratory testing techniques in biology and chemistry.
- Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, shift-based laboratory environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- 1–3 years of laboratory experience (industry, internships, or academic research).
- Experience with sample preparation, quality control procedures, or laboratory instrumentation.
- Previous exposure to regulated lab environments or clinical testing workflows is a plus.
Why Apply
- Excellent entry-level to early-career opportunity for Biology and Chemistry graduates.
- Multiple openings and ongoing hiring needs with a Confidential Client in the Scientific & QA sector.
- Various shift opportunities available to accommodate different schedules.
- Gain practical, hands-on laboratory experience and exposure to advanced testing methodologies.
- Clear potential for career advancement and long-term growth within the life sciences field.
Details
- Employment type: FULL_TIME — Contract to Hire.
- Workplace: Fully onsite in Graham, NC, USA.
- Pay range: $24.00 - $25.00 per hour. Individual compensation within this range will depend on qualifications, experience, and other job-related factors.
- Benefits (if eligible): medical, dental & vision; 401(k); voluntary life & AD&D; short- and long-term disability; health savings account (HSA); transportation benefits; employee assistance program (EAP); paid time off (PTO). Eligibility may depend on job classification and length of employment.
- Application deadline: October 9, 2026.
Confidential Client and Careertakes comply with applicable employment laws and provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities. Final hiring decisions are made by the client.
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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