Lab Technician

Collabera; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays annually

Job summary

A leading staffing firm in Indianapolis seeks a Laboratory Technician to support the daily operations of a Microbial Repository laboratory. You will execute technical tasks, ensure accurate sample management, and maintain organizational standards. Responsibilities include operating automated liquid handling systems, maintaining laboratory cleanliness, and collaborating with the team to ensure operational efficiency. This position offers competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform manual liquid transfers accurately.
• Experience in operating automated liquid handling systems.
• Proficient in aseptic techniques during microbiological procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual liquid transfers and operate automated liquid handling systems.
• Store, retrieve, and manage biological samples with accuracy.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organization.

Skills

Manual liquid transfers

Automated liquid handling systems

Aseptic techniques

Job description

Role Overview

Laboratory Technician supports daily operations of a Microbial Repository laboratory by executing routine and non-routine technical tasks under scientist supervision.

Ensure accurate sample handling, storage, retrieval, and distribution while maintaining strict aseptic and organizational standards.

Contribute to cross-functional laboratory activities during fluctuating workloads to maintain operational continuity and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual liquid transfers and operate automated liquid handling systems for sample processing.
• Store, retrieve, and manage biological samples from freezers, shakers, and other controlled storage units.
• Pick and prepare samples for internal or external customer delivery with high accuracy.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness, organization, and compliance with safety and operational protocols.
• Order, track, and restock laboratory supplies to ensure uninterrupted workflow.
• Apply proper aseptic techniques during microbiological and biotechnology-related procedures.
• Collaborate closely with laboratory technicians and scientists to complete assigned tasks efficiently.
• Provide operational support to other laboratories as needed based on workload requirements.

Salary and Compensation

The annual [salary/hourly rate] for this position is between $22.00 - $25.00 per hour. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: [medical insurance], [dental insurance], [vision insurance], [401(k) retirement plan], [life insurance], [long-term disability insurance], [short-term disability insurance], [paid parking/public transportation], [Paid time off], [Days/hours of paid sickandsafe time], [Days/hours of paid vacation time], [Weeks of paid parental leave], [Paid holidays annually], [any additional benefits applicable].