Lab Assistant I

Actalent; Colorado; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Job summary

Actalent is hiring a Laboratory Assistant I in Lakewood, CO, for a contract-to-hire role in a fast-paced clinical lab. The position handles specimens, prepares samples, and maintains accurate data-entry while using standard SOPs to ensure safety and quality. Onsite with benefits potential after conversion.

The role offers a 3:00 AM – 11:30 AM schedule, Monday through Friday, with a pay rate of $18.81/hour and growth opportunities within a global diagnostics leader.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Comfort handling biological specimens.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Basic computer and data entry skills.
• Ability to sit/stand for extended periods.
• Must pass a standardized color-blindness test.
• Flexibility to work overtime when needed.
• Preferred: prior lab, medical, or production experience.

Responsibilities

• Specimen handling — Receive, sort, and accurately identify clinical specimens.
• Sample preparation — Prepare specimens for testing and analysis following strict SOPs.
• Data entry — Scan and enter patient/specimen information with high accuracy.
• Equipment upkeep — Verify proper instrument function and perform minor maintenance.
• Issue troubleshooting — Resolve specimen‑related problems to maintain workflow.
• Supply management — Replenish bench supplies and maintain a clean, safe workspace.
• Documentation — Complete logs and administrative tasks as needed.
• Safety & quality — Follow all SOPs to uphold quality and compliance.

Skills

Specimen handling

Data entry

Attention to detail

Basic biology

Overtime flexibility

Sit/stand tolerance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Laboratory Assistant I

Location: Lakewood, CO

Schedule: Monday–Friday, Early Morning Shift (3:00 AM – 11:30 AM)

Pay: $18.81/hour

Actalent is partnering with one of the world’s largest diagnostic companies to hire a Lab Assistant I for a high‑volume, production‑based clinical laboratory. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys fast‑paced, hands‑on work and wants long‑term growth in the medical laboratory field.

Responsibilities

• Specimen handling — Receive, sort, and accurately identify clinical specimens.
• Sample preparation — Prepare specimens for testing and analysis following strict SOPs.
• Data entry — Scan and enter patient/specimen information with high accuracy.
• Equipment upkeep — Verify proper instrument function and perform minor maintenance.
• Issue troubleshooting — Resolve specimen‑related problems to maintain workflow.
• Supply management — Replenish bench supplies and maintain a clean, safe workspace.
• Documentation — Complete logs and administrative tasks as needed.
• Safety & quality — Follow all SOPs to uphold quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Comfort handling biological specimens.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Basic computer and data entry skills.
• Ability to sit/stand for extended periods.
• Must pass a standardized color‑blindness test.
• Flexibility to work overtime when needed.
• Preferred: prior lab, medical, or production experience.

Work Environment

• Professional clinical lab setting with Histology department training.
• Some chemical exposure; full PPE provided.
• Fast‑paced, deadline‑driven production environment.
• Mix of independent work and team collaboration.
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, early morning 3:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
• Significant opportunities for growth within a global diagnostics leader.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lakewood, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.81 - $18.81/hr.

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 Lakewood,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 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.

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