Cell Culture Lab Technician - Efficient Ops & Prep

Actalent; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

On-site lab in Seattle

Job summary

Actalent in Seattle, WA seeks a Lab Technician to support day-to-day lab operations by preparing media and buffers, maintaining equipment, and assisting scientists with cell culture activities. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and efficient workflows in a hands-on environment.

The contract position requires basic chemistry knowledge, attention to detail, and experience with lab equipment. Responsibilities include inventory management, autoclaving, and collaboration across teams to keep

Qualifications

• Foundational chemistry knowledge, including pH and solution calculations.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate documentation.
• Experience cleaning and maintaining lab equipment.
• Experience preparing cell culture media and buffers.
• Ability to multitask in a lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare media and buffers for cell culture and other lab activities.
• Assist scientists with investigations on media/buffer performance.
• Inventory and order lab supplies to ensure adequate stock.
• Maintain and clean laboratory equipment and spaces.
• Autoclave solutions and cell culture assemblies.
• Support lab safety and GMP-like practices.

Skills

Chemistry basics

Attention to detail

Lab equipment upkeep

Cell culture media prep

Multitasking

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Actalent in Seattle, WA seeks a Lab Technician to support day-to-day lab operations by preparing media and buffers, maintaining equipment, and assisting scientists with cell culture activities. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and efficient workflows in a hands-on environment.

The contract position requires basic chemistry knowledge, attention to detail, and experience with lab equipment. Responsibilities include inventory management, autoclaving, and collaboration across teams to keep