Lab Technician

Actalent; Coralville (IA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support quality control in Coralville, IA, performing analytical testing, handling samples, and maintaining thorough records. You will work with CE, HPLC, pH, and UV-Vis data, ensuring safety and SOP adherence to support manufacturing.

A four-year life science degree is preferred; GMP/ISO 9001 familiarity is a plus. This is a contract-to-hire, fully onsite role offering benefits and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Experience with analytical instrumentation or quality control in a laboratory or manufacturing setting (preferred).
• Proficiency with computers and a variety of software in a Windows-based environment.
• Ability to analyze and interpret analytical data, including CE, HPLC, pH, conductivity, titration, and UV-Vis results.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate and comprehensive records for samples, products, and instruments.
• Solid understanding of laboratory safety regulations, lab SOPs, and contamination control practices.
• Knowledge of quality control principles and practices within biology or chemistry-focused environments.
• Familiarity with GMP and ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Ability to follow established procedures and protocols while identifying and escalating issues when necessary.
• Overnight shift time management and capability to handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data and information for quality, consistency, and accuracy across a variety of samples and materials.
• Use a range of analytical and sample handling equipment to perform testing and functional assays.
• Handle sample and reagent preparations carefully and accurately for analytical and functional assays.
• Determine pass/fail status of oligonucleotides by reviewing analytical data such as CE and HPLC results.
• Determine pass/fail status of materials by reviewing data such as pH, conductivity, titration, and UV-Vis measurements.
• Maintain accurate and detailed sample, product, and instrument records.
• Use automated and manual laboratory equipment, including limited maintenance, decontamination, and troubleshooting.
• Adhere to safety regulations, SOPs, and contamination control requirements.
• Understand and perform emergency, safety, and cleaning procedures in the lab and manufacturing areas.
• Contribute to efficient manufacturing through timely and accurate testing and documentation.
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with core values and a strong quality mindset.
• Perform other duties to support laboratory operations and quality control.

Skills

Analytical instrumentation

Windows software

Data interpretation

Documentation & records

Laboratory safety

GMP ISO 9001

Procedures & SOPs

Maintenance & troubleshooting

Overnight shift

Education

Life science degree

Tools

CE

HPLC

Job description

• Analyze data and information for quality, consistency, and accuracy across a variety of samples and materials.
• Use a range of analytical and sample handling equipment to perform testing and functional assays.
• Handle sample and reagent preparations carefully and accurately for analytical and functional assays.
• Determine pass/fail status of oligonucleotides by reviewing analytical data, including capillary electrophoresis (CE) and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) results.
• Determine pass/fail status of materials by reviewing analytical data such as pH, conductivity, titration, and UV-Vis measurements.
• Maintain accurate and detailed sample, product, and instrument records in accordance with laboratory and quality standards.
• Use automated and manual laboratory equipment accurately, including performing limited maintenance, decontamination, and troubleshooting activities.
• Adhere to safety regulations, laboratory standard operating procedures (SOPs), and contamination control requirements at all times.
• Comply with requirements related to applicable certifications and quality standards.
• Understand and perform necessary emergency, safety, and cleaning procedures in the laboratory and manufacturing areas.
• Contribute to and support an efficient manufacturing environment through timely and accurate testing and documentation.
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with organizational core values and a strong quality mindset.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support laboratory operations and quality control activities.
• Experience with analytical instrumentation or quality control in a laboratory or manufacturing setting (preferred).
• Proficiency with computers and a variety of software in a Windows-based environment.
• Ability to analyze and interpret analytical data, including CE, HPLC, pH, conductivity, titration, and UV-Vis results.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate and comprehensive records for samples, products, and instruments.
• Solid understanding of laboratory safety regulations, lab SOPs, and contamination control practices.
• Knowledge of quality control principles and practices within biology or chemistry-focused environments.
• Familiarity with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) and ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Ability to follow established procedures and protocols while identifying and escalating issues when necessary.
• Capability to perform limited maintenance, decontamination, and basic troubleshooting on laboratory equipment.
• Effective time management skills to handle multiple tasks and testing activities on an overnight shift.

Laboratory Technician

Responsibilities

• Analyze data and information for quality, consistency, and accuracy across a variety of samples and materials.
• Use a range of analytical and sample handling equipment to perform testing and functional assays.
• Handle sample and reagent preparations carefully and accurately for analytical and functional assays.
• Determine pass/fail status of oligonucleotides by reviewing analytical data, including capillary electrophoresis (CE) and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) results.
• Determine pass/fail status of materials by reviewing analytical data such as pH, conductivity, titration, and UV-Vis measurements.
• Maintain accurate and detailed sample, product, and instrument records in accordance with laboratory and quality standards.
• Use automated and manual laboratory equipment accurately, including performing limited maintenance, decontamination, and troubleshooting activities.
• Adhere to safety regulations, laboratory standard operating procedures (SOPs), and contamination control requirements at all times.
• Comply with requirements related to applicable certifications and quality standards.
• Understand and perform necessary emergency, safety, and cleaning procedures in the laboratory and manufacturing areas.
• Contribute to and support an efficient manufacturing environment through timely and accurate testing and documentation.
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with organizational core values and a strong quality mindset.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support laboratory operations and quality control activities.

Essential Skills

• Experience with analytical instrumentation or quality control in a laboratory or manufacturing setting (preferred).
• Proficiency with computers and a variety of software in a Windows-based environment.
• Ability to analyze and interpret analytical data, including CE, HPLC, pH, conductivity, titration, and UV-Vis results.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate and comprehensive records for samples, products, and instruments.
• Solid understanding of laboratory safety regulations, lab SOPs, and contamination control practices.
• Knowledge of quality control principles and practices within biology or chemistry-focused environments.
• Familiarity with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) and ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Ability to follow established procedures and protocols while identifying and escalating issues when necessary.
• Capability to perform limited maintenance, decontamination, and basic troubleshooting on laboratory equipment.
• Effective time management skills to handle multiple tasks and testing activities on an overnight shift.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Four-year degree in a life science discipline is preferred.
• Knowledge in biology, chemistry, or related life sciences.
• Experience working under GMP and ISO 9001 quality systems is advantageous.
• Familiarity with quality control, laboratory SOPs, and safety regulations.
• Ability to work independently during overnight hours while collaborating effectively with the broader team.
• Strong communication skills to document results clearly and interact with colleagues across laboratory and manufacturing functions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Coralville, IA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.35 - $25.47/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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Coralville,IA.

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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