Lab Assistant

Actalent

The Role

Overview

Assist in lab upkeep, inventory, and support scientific staff.

Key Responsibilities

  • tool prep
  • equipment maintenance
  • reagent prep
  • documentation
  • lims management
  • inventory control

Tasks

-Prepare microanalysis tools for scientists, including needles, glass microslides, and other tools as needed. -Maintain small equipment, including pH meters, microscopes, and remote particle counters. -Requalify refractive index liquids and prepare reagents as directed by scientific staff. -Document all tasks in accordance with standard operating procedures and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGxP) standards to ensure compliance and continuous improvement. -Follow all Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) protocols and company policies during laboratory operations. -Participate in monthly cleanroom cleaning. -Stock lab supplies and personal protective equipment (PPE), and prepare glassware for scientists and technicians. -Work within the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) to update inventory, chemicals, and data properly and accurately. -Maintain a professional and respectful demeanor with colleagues and clients, ensuring clear and effective communication at all times. -Maintain the upkeep and cleanliness of the laboratory. -Perform and maintain inventory control, ensuring chemicals are stored properly, separate inventory based on client needs, and place orders with the purchasing department.

Requirements

  • lab experience
  • associate degree
  • glp
  • lims
  • sds
  • chemistry

What You Bring

-At least 6 months of laboratory experience in either an industry or academic setting. -Associate's degree in sciences or equivalent laboratory experience. -Willingness to learn and assist where needed. -Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and standard operating procedures (SOP). -Proficiency with the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). -Strong dexterity and precision. -Ability to work well in a team and collaborate cross-functionally. -Experience with Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and inventory control. -Strong data entry skills. -Understanding of basic chemistry, including acids, bases, and flammables. -Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

-Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) -Health Spending Account (HSA) -Transportation benefits -Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital -Medical, dental & vision -Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) -401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available -Short and long-term disability -Employee Assistance Program

The Company

About Actalent

-Born in July 2021 by merging Aerotek’s engineering & sciences arm with EASi, Actalent emerged as a focused engineering-and-science partner. -Backed by Allegis Group, it drives scale and speed to market via contract, managed, and technical services. -Headquartered in Maryland with global reach, it deploys specialized teams across North America, Europe, and APAC on Fortune 500 projects. -Typical engagements span EV design, vaccine development, lab services, clinical research, and infrastructure systems. -Expertise covers a wide spectrum: aerospace, defense, healthcare, manufacturing, software systems, environmental and civil engineering.

Sector Specialisms

Utilities

Power

Automotive

Food and Beverage

Consumer Products

Industrial Goods

Manufacturing

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Systems and Software

Transmission Engineering

Distribution Engineering

Grid Automation

Transportation

Life Sciences

Pharmaceuticals

Biopharmaceuticals

Diagnostics

Academic Research

Medical Devices

Specialty Chemicals

Construction Management

Environmental

Architecture

Civil