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, a life sciences company specializing in multiomics and synthetic solution services.

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

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What You’ll Do

This is an entry-level Laboratory Technician I role on the Oligo Synthesis team supporting oligonucleotide production, QC, and order fulfillment. Responsibilities include:

• Receive and sort incoming orders using established workflows
• Create synthesis runs and process oligo synthesis orders
• Independently operate lab equipment such as pipettes, automated liquid handlers, spectrophotometers, mass spectrometers, and centrifuges
• Perform QC workflows and accurate record keeping per SOPs
• Prepare, package, and restock orders and lab supplies for shipment
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area
• Follow all safety procedures and handling requirements for chemical reagents and glassware
• Perform other duties as assigned

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What You’ll Bring

Minimum and preferred qualifications, skills, and behaviors:

• High school diploma required
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or similar) preferred
• At least ~6 months of experience in a laboratory or strong desire to work in a fast-paced lab environment preferred
• Familiarity or willingness to learn pipetting and automated liquid handling systems
• Experience with UV spectrophotometers and/or mass spectrometers preferred but not required
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams)
• Ability to work well in a team and follow written SOPs precisely
• Willingness to learn and support expanding processes and volumes

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Schedule & Location

• Shift: Monday–Friday, 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM EST
• Worksite: Indianapolis, IN (on-site)

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Compensation

• Posted pay range: $16.50 - $20.50 per hour
• The posted range is an estimate based on market data and internal pay structure. Final pay will depend on experience, education, qualifications, and geographic location.

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Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
• Reaching, bending, and use of step stools or ladders as needed
• Extended periods standing or sitting while operating lab equipment and computers
• Regular use of personal protective equipment (lab coat, safety glasses, gloves)
• Work performed in areas that may contain hazardous chemicals
• May require minor use of hand tools to adjust instrument settings

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Additional Information

Careertakes is acting as the recruiting partner for this opportunity on behalf of our client. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client (the confidential client). Applicants may be matched to additional roles on the Careertakes platform.

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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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