Entry-Level Lab Technician/Assistant

Actalent; Pataskala (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Actalent in Pataskala, OH is offering a permanent, fully onsite laboratory position. You will document samples, follow procedures, and maintain instruments such as XRF and ICP while preparing solutions for testing.

Preferred candidates hold a science-related bachelor’s degree; an associate’s degree may be considered with lower pay. The role includes comprehensive benefits and a stable full-time path with a $23.00/hr compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree highly preferred in a Science related field (Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Material Science, Microbiology, etc.).
• Will potentially take someone with their Associate’s depending on laboratory coursework, but pay will be lower.

Responsibilities

• Document each sample accurately and thoroughly.
• Follow established written procedures.
• Maintain, calibrate, and operate analytical instruments including XRF and ICP.
• Prepare chemical solutions used in testing; testing includes analytical balances, pipettes, and volumetric glassware.
• Clean and maintain laboratory glassware.
• Keep workspaces clean, safe, and organized.
• Track and manage laboratory inventory.
• Familiar with lab safety and good laboratory practices.
• Adhere to laboratory safety protocols and best practices.

Education

Bachelor's degree in science-related field

Associate's degree

Job description

Description

• Document each sample accurately and thoroughly
• Follow established written procedures
• Maintain, calibrate, and operate analytical instruments including XRF and ICP
• Prepare chemical solutions used in testing. Testing includes analytical balances, pipettes, and volumetric glassware
• Clean and maintain laboratory glassware
• Keep workspaces clean, safe, and organized
• Track and manage laboratory inventory
• Familiar with lab safety and good laboratory practices
• Adhere to laboratory safety protocols and best practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree highly preferred in a Science related field (Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Material Science, Microbiology, etc.)
• Will potentially take someone with their Associate’s depending on laboratory coursework, but pay will be lower

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Pataskala, OH.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

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

Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Pataskala,OH.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.