

Lab Technician
Actalent
Posted Monday, May 5, 2025
Posting ID: JP-005257211
Coralville, IA
Job Title: Lab Technician
Job Description
Join our team as a Lab Technician, contributing to the biotechnology industry by supporting institutions, healthcare facilities, and testing labs globally. You will operate DNA and RNA synthesizers and other essential lab instruments, playing a crucial role in our GMP Formulations' high throughput team.
Responsibilities
- Operate both automated and manual lab equipment, including liquid handlers.
- Troubleshoot and perform maintenance activities on lab equipment.
- Conduct manual pipetting tasks with precision.
- Utilize customer software packages to complete tasks and create final products.
- Apply stoichiometry to convert measurement units and create custom solutions.
- Quantify and sample DNA fragments for quality control tests.
- Assess quality control data meticulously.
- Maintain daily shipping deadlines for customer products.
- Adhere to safety regulations, Lab SOPs, and contamination controls.
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in Biology, Chemistry, and Microbiology.
- Experience with laboratory techniques such as HPLC and PCR.
- Understanding of GMP standards.
- Strong attention to detail and multitasking abilities.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Associate's degree in a science-related field plus 2 years of applicable lab experience required.
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Reliability and consistent attendance.
Work Environment
Work schedule is Monday through Thursday, from 9 PM to 7:30 AM. The position offers a base pay with additional shift differential. The work environment includes handling advanced lab technologies and adhering to strict safety and operational protocols.
Compensation:$26.67
Contact Information
Email: bridenour@actalentservices.com
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.