Lab Aide

Actalent; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

PTO / Vacation

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Laboratory Technician in Columbus, OH to maintain supplies, ensure cleanliness, and support equipment maintenance. You will monitor cold storage conditions, assist research teams, and help with SOP drafting.

The role operates a first shift, typically 8 AM–5 PM, on-site, with after-hours on-call requirements. Requirements include a Life Science degree (Bachelor’s or Associate), prior lab experience, and strict adherence to SOPs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in a Life Science field required.
• Prior lab experience from school or industry.
• Must adhere strictly to laboratory SOPs.
• Ability to handle a multi-task workload.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to respond to alarms after hours on an on-call schedule.
• Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Stock laboratory supplies and respond to supply queries.
• Maintain lab cleanliness and organization.
• Support general equipment maintenance.
• Monitor environmental conditions of cold storage units and respond to alarms.
• Assist research teams with study preparation and closure activities.
• Draft and review SOPs.
• Communicate with the manager and research teams regularly.

Skills

Life Science degree

Lab experience

SOP compliance

Multi-tasking

50 lbs lift

On-call after hours

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's or Associate in Life Science

Tools

Sample management software

Equipment management software

Job description

Job Title: Laboratory Technician Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Laboratory Technician to join our team. This role involves maintaining laboratory supplies, ensuring lab cleanliness, supporting equipment maintenance, and monitoring environmental conditions of cold storage units. The position also involves aiding research teams with study preparations, consumable stocking, and basic laboratory procedures.

Responsibilities

• Stock laboratory supplies and respond to supply queries
• Maintain lab cleanliness and organization
• Support general equipment maintenance
• Monitor environmental conditions of cold storage units using monitoring software and respond to alarms as needed
• Occasionally support other operations such as package receipt, intake, and waste management
• Assist research teams with study preparation and closure activities
• Manage lab-specific consumable stocking
• Perform basic laboratory procedures
• Manage freezer inventory
• Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to support general operations
• Draft and review SOPs
• Communicate regularly with the manager and research teams

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in a Life Science field
• Prior lab experience from school or industry
• Ability to strictly adhere to laboratory SOPs
• Ability to handle a multi-task workload
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Ability to respond to alarms after hours on an on-call schedule
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience in GMP, GLP, or BSL is a plus
• Experience using sample and equipment management software is preferred

Work Environment

This position is based in a laboratory environment, where you will spend the majority of your time working in the lab and some time at a desk for documentation tasks. The work schedule is the first shift, Monday through Friday, approximately 8 AM to 5 PM. However, the ability to respond to alarms after hours on an on-call schedule is required.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2026.

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.