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Lab Technician

Confidential Client•Biotechnology & Life Sciences
Entry LevelContractOn-Site$48,526
Graham, North Carolina
13 Days Ago

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.

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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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