Laboratory Assistant (Hazardous Removal)

Actalent; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent in Austin, TX is seeking a Laboratory Assistant for an 8–10 week temporary assignment with the possibility of going full-time. The role supports lab operations by maintaining workflow and easing the burden on the technical staff in a fully onsite setting.

You will work Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, handling samples (including stool) and assisting with disposal of hazardous waste, operating standard lab equipment, and helping sustain a GLP-compliant environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating and assembling machinery.
• Warehouse experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the disposal of hazardous waste within a laboratory environment.
• Handle samples, including stool samples, in compliance with laboratory standards.
• Operate general laboratory equipment, such as centrifuges, manual and automated pipettes, and audible alarms.
• Support the lab operations team in maintaining a Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) environment.
• Adapt to a high-volume workload and pivot to more urgent tasks as they arise.

Skills

Machine operation

Warehouse experience

Job description

Job Title: Laboratory Assistant

Job Description

We are seeking a temporary laboratory assistant for a duration of 8-10 weeks, with the potential for a full-time position. The role involves supporting lab operations by maintaining workflow and easing the burden on technical staff. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, including a lunch break.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the disposal of hazardous waste within a laboratory environment.
• Handle samples, including stool samples, in compliance with laboratory standards.
• Operate general laboratory equipment, such as centrifuges, manual and automated pipettes, and audible alarms.
• Support the lab operations team in maintaining a Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) environment.
• Adapt to a high-volume workload and pivot to more urgent tasks as they arise.

Qualifications

• Experience in machine operation/assembly
• Warehouse experience

Work Environment

The role is based in a laboratory setting where you will assist the lab operations team with the disposal of hazardous materials. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a large reference laboratory. Successful performance in this temporary role may lead to a full-time opportunity.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Austin, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Austin, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Austin,TX.

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.

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.