Laboratory Technician

Russell Tobin; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell Tobin is partnering with a diagnostic laboratory services company to identify a Laboratory Technician / Assistant II for an opportunity near Tucson, AZ. This is a 12-month contract with potential to extend, offering hands-on work in a busy lab environment.

Responsibilities include supporting experiments and daily lab operations, maintaining equipment and slide-scanning systems, preparing materials, and assisting with data collection and documentation.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Experience maintaining or servicing equipment and using hand tools.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.

Responsibilities

• Support laboratory experiments, research activities, and daily laboratory operations.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and service diagnostic laboratory equipment and slide-scanning systems.
• Prepare laboratory materials and samples for testing.
• Assist with data collection, recordkeeping, and documentation.
• Maintain laboratory inventory and ensure equipment is properly maintained.

Skills

Hand tools

Technical aptitude

Attention to detail

Excel/Sheets proficiency

Communication skills

Tools

Excel

Laboratory equipment maintenance

Job description

Russell Tobin is partnering with a diagnostic laboratory services company to identify a Laboratory Technician / Assistant II for an opportunity near Tucson, AZ.

• Location model: Tucson, AZ
• Position Type: 12-month contract with potential to extend
• Pay range approved: $18/hr - $20/hr, depending on experience
• Shift: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM MST

Responsibilities:

• Support laboratory experiments, research activities, and daily laboratory operations.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and service diagnostic laboratory equipment and slide-scanning systems.
• Prepare laboratory materials and samples for testing.
• Assist with data collection, recordkeeping, and documentation.
• Maintain laboratory inventory and ensure equipment is properly maintained.
• Use hand tools and technical skills to support equipment servicing and maintenance.
• Follow laboratory safety procedures and quality standards.
• Manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize critical activities.
• Communicate effectively with team members and provide professional customer service when needed.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of relevant experience.
• Previous experience maintaining or servicing equipment.
• Experience using hand tools.
• Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Customer service experience in a public-facing environment, such as retail, restaurants, banking, or similar fields.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a research or diagnostic laboratory.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment maintenance and servicing procedures.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

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