Lab Assistant

Actalent; North Carolina; On-site; USD 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO / Vacation / Sick Leave

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Lab Support Technician to join a pharmaceutical site as a Lab Assistant. This entry-level, in-person role focuses on glassware handling, cleaning, and QC data logging in a regulated lab.

The position requires a biology/chemistry life sciences background and prior lab exposure; work schedule is Monday–Friday in Sanford, NC, with standard 8-hour shifts and no remote work option.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or a related life science.
• Prior lab experience from academia or internship.
• Desire to build a career in pharmaceuticals and in a support role.

Responsibilities

• Collect dirty glassware daily from QC labs.
• Sort and load glassware into two washers and maintain wash cycles.
• Unload and muff glassware post-wash.
• Log activity in the gLIMS system.
• Stock consumables and clean glassware in designated areas.
• Attend biweekly Continuous Improvement meetings.
• Participate in standard work planning and scheduling sessions.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace.

Skills

Lab experience

Biology/Chemistry degree

Interest in pharma support

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology/chemistry/life sciences

Tools

Glass washing & autoclaving

Stockroom tasks

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Lab Assistant

Job Description

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Lab Support Technician to join a pharmaceutical site. This entry-level role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a regulated lab environment and build a career in quality control.

Responsibilities

• Collect dirty glassware daily, sometimes twice a day, from Quality Control labs.
• Sort and load glassware into two washers and maintain continuous wash cycles.
• Unload and 'muff' glassware post‑wash.
• Log all activity in the gLIMS system.
• Stock consumables and clean glassware in designated areas.
• Attend biweekly Continuous Improvement meetings.
• Participate in standard work planning and scheduling sessions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional workspace.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or a related life science field.
• Prior lab experience from academia or internship.
• Desire to build a career in pharmaceuticals and in a support role.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with glass washing, autoclaving, and stock room tasks.
• 0-1 years of experience in a laboratory setting.

Work Environment

The position requires in‑person lab support, with no remote work option. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, starting no later than 8:30 AM, with an 8‑hour shift and a 30‑minute unpaid lunch break. The role demands availability to be on‑site five days a week, with approximately 75% of the time spent on feet supporting the labs and 25% in the office doing computer work. The small immediate team works directly with a manager and scheduler, and once tasks are assigned, this role is fairly independent.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Sanford, NC.

Pay and Benefits

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

• 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 Sanford,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2026.

About Actalent

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