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, water quality testing and microbiology laboratory services (CDC ELITE certified; Legionella and environmental testing).

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

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About the Confidential Client

Confidential Client provides water quality testing and water management services to businesses, federal agencies, and healthcare facilities. Their CDC ELITE–certified laboratory specializes in Legionella and microbiological analysis and supports client safety and regulatory compliance.

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About the role

This is a part‑time, entry‑level Laboratory Assistant position supporting daily lab operations in an ISO 17025–accredited microbiology environment. You will work under the Lab Supervisor and receive training on laboratory methods and safety procedures. This role is based in Birmingham, AL (on-site, non-remote).

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What You’ll Do

• Receive and log water samples; verify chain-of-custody forms, labels, and sample temperatures
• Process samples for Legionella and heterotrophic plate count (HPC) testing under supervision
• Read and record plate results at required time points
• Perform basic water chemistry tests (pH, conductivity, hardness)
• Prepare culture media and laboratory reagents
• Maintain QC records, equipment checks, and temperature logs
• Enter and verify data in spreadsheets or LIMS before report release
• Assemble and ship sampling kits to field teams (bottles, coolers, forms)
• Clean and organize the lab, biosafety cabinet, and glassware
• Assist with inventory and supply tracking
• Follow all laboratory safety, PPE, and biohazard procedures

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What You Need (Minimum Qualifications)

• Completed or completing a bachelor’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related field — OR an associate’s degree plus 1+ year of lab experience
• Hands-on lab coursework (pipetting, aseptic technique, plating)
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record keeping
• Comfortable with Excel and basic data entry; experience with LIMS is a plus
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 40 lbs
• Able to work in a BSL‑2 laboratory and handle biohazardous materials safely
• Team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Authorized to work in the United States

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Nice to Have

• Microbiology culture experience (membrane filtration, spread plate methods)
• Experience in an accredited or regulated lab (ISO 17025 or similar)
• Prior lab job, internship, or undergraduate research experience
• Schedule flexibility

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Compensation & Schedule

• $18.00 per hour during a 3‑month training period; pay increase after a competency review
• Part‑time, approximately 25 hours per week
• This position is classified as CONTRACTOR and PART_TIME

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Location

• On-site in Birmingham, AL (Birmingham, Alabama) — not a remote role.

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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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