Laboratory Technician

Stefanini Group; Minneapolis (MN); Vor Ort; USD 30.000 - 42.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Stefanini Group is seeking a Laboratory Technician for our Minneapolis site. The role focuses on performing laboratory testing on fluid/process samples, ensuring accurate handling, instrument operation, and complete data logging to support trend analysis.

The position is onsite, first shift, 12+ month contract, with pay at $26 per hour on W2 and 10 PTO days. Ideal candidates have an associate degree or higher in a lab-related field and at least 1 year of lab experience, with strong attention to

Qualifikationen

• Associate degree or higher in lab science or related field.
• 1+ years of laboratory experience preferred; entry-level with coursework considered.
• Comfortable handling biological fluids and following biosafety practices.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to document work clearly and follow procedures.

Aufgaben

• Receive, label, and process fluid samples per written procedures and chain-of-custody.
• Prepare samples and run tests to detect/quantify targets using approved methods.
• Identify interferents and artifacts and distinguish them from true signals.
• Perform instrument setup, calibration/verification, and basic troubleshooting; document out-of-specs and escalate as needed.
• Maintain complete laboratory records including calculations, raw data, and observations.
• Support method improvements by documenting atypical findings and suggesting refinements.
• Keep workspace clean and stocked; manage inventory for scheduled testing.
• Log sample identifiers and metadata to ensure traceability.
• Record results and notes with standard terminology for grouping and trend analysis.

Kenntnisse

Laboratory experience

Biosafety practices

Data entry

GDP/GLP awareness

Ausbildung

Associate degree or higher in laboratory science or related field

Tools

LIMS/ELN

Jobbeschreibung

Job Title: Laboratory Technician (Onsite role)

Location: Minneapolis, MN 55441

Duration: 12+ months contract (Possible Extension)

Timing: 1st shift (Monday to Friday)

Pay rate: $26/- hourly on W2 with 10 PTO

Job Description:

The Testing Laboratory Technician performs laboratory testing on fluid/process samples to detect and quantify cellular and particulate targets and to differentiate true signals from common interferents (e.g., red blood cells (RBCs), fungal elements, and lipids). The role is responsible for accurate sample handling, instrument operation, and complete data logging so results can be grouped and trended by sampled material, fluid tube sizing, and sample aging.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, label, and process fluid/process samples in accordance with written procedures and chain-of-custody requirements.
• Prepare samples and run testing to detect and/or quantify cellular and particulate targets using approved methods and instrumentation.
• Identify and document potential interferents and artifacts (e.g., RBCs, fungal elements, lipids) and apply established criteria to distinguish them from true target signals.
• Perform routine instrument setup, calibration/verification checks, and basic troubleshooting; document out-of-spec conditions and **escalate** per procedure.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and contemporaneous laboratory records (paper and/or electronic) including calculations, raw data, and observations.
• Support method improvements by capturing atypical findings, suggesting refinements to decision criteria, and participating in investigations as assigned.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace; stock consumables and maintain inventory levels needed to support scheduled testing.
• Log sample identifiers and collection metadata (date/time, source, operator, volume, and any deviations) to ensure traceability.
• Capture results and classification details (e.g., counts/estimate, confidence flags, and notes) and separately record interferent observations (RBC presence, fungal forms, lipid droplets/particulates) using standard terminology.
• Ensure data are entered in the approved format so results can be filtered, compared, and summarized across the required groupings.
• Record sample descriptors needed for grouping / trend analysis, including such things as:
• Sampled material (e.g., product/contact material, process condition, or collection location as defined by the lab).
• Fluid tube sizing (e.g., tubing inner diameter/size category and configuration, if applicable).
• Sample aging (e.g., time from collection to test, storage conditions, and number of freeze/thaw or hold steps if used).

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in laboratory science, biology, chemistry, medical laboratory technology, or equivalent experience.
• 1+ years of laboratory experience preferred (sample handling, wet lab techniques, or analytical testing); entry-level candidates with strong lab coursework considered.
• Comfortable working with biological fluids and following biosafety practices.
• Strong attention to detail with demonstrated ability to document work clearly and follow written procedures.
• Basic computer proficiency for data entry and file management (LIMS/ELN experience preferred).
• Work is performed in a laboratory setting that may require use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Follow Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and applicable quality system requirements (e.g., GLP) as defined by the organization.
• May require standing, repetitive pipetting/bench work, and handling of small containers and tubing components.
• Schedule may include time-sensitive testing based on sample collection windows and sample aging requirements.