Laboratory Technician

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. in Waltham, MA is seeking a part-time Laboratory Technician to support a large-scale biobank inventory audit.

This role involves physical verification of frozen samples and real-time reconciliation with digital records in Benchling, with strict adherence to biosafety and sample-tracking protocols. The position requires 1–3+ years of lab or biobank experience, familiarity with Benchling and LIMS, and the ability to perform repetitive, high-accuracy tasks while

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of laboratory or biobank operational experience.
• Familiarity with Benchling is a plus.
• Experience handling biological samples with biosafety guidelines.
• Familiarity with cold chain logistics and electronic sample databases (LIMS).
• Strong attention to detail with accurate record-keeping.
• Ability to follow structured workflows with minimal deviation.
• Able to perform repetitive, high-accuracy tasks for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and move boxes; work in freezer environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical inventory of biobank samples across freezers, shelves, racks, drawers, boxes, and vial positions.
• Retrieve, handle, and return sample boxes under cold-chain conditions using dry ice.
• Scan vial barcodes and verify sample identity against Benchling or LIMS records.
• Accurately assign, verify, and update sample storage locations within the system.
• Log discrepancies including missing or mislabeled samples in an exception log.
• Maintain strict chain-of-custody and sample integrity during handling.
• Accession clinical, biofluid, and cell samples into LIMS as needed.
• Complete daily inventory logs and end-of-day reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Data accuracy

Follow structured workflows

Repetitive tasks

Physical stamina

Tools

Benchling

LIMS

Job description

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Laboratory Technician

Part Time Waltham, MA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1247

Salary Range: $21.00 To $25.00 Hourly

NO AGENCIES - PLEASE!!!

T HIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION - Part-Time Position (20 - 30 hours per week | Monday - Friday)

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking a detail-oriented temporary technician to support a large-scale biobank inventory audit. The role involves systematic physical verification of frozen biological samples and real-time reconciliation against digital records in Benchling.

This is a highly process-driven role requiring precision, consistency, and strict adherence to sample handling protocols to ensure data integrity and sample traceability.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform physical inventory of biobank samples across freezers, shelves, racks, drawers, boxes, and vial positions
• Retrieve, handle, and return sample boxes under cold-chain conditions using dry ice
• Scan vial barcodes and verify sample identity against Benchling or LIMS records
• Accurately assign, verify, and update sample storage locations (freezer, shelf, rack, box, and position) within the system
• Log discrepancies, including missing, mislabeled, or mismatched samples, in an exception log
• Maintain strict chain-of-custody and sample integrity throughout handling
• Accession clinical, biofluid, and cell samples into LIMS databases as needed
• Complete daily inventory logs and end-of-day reporting (progress, exceptions, status)
• Adhere to SOPs for safe handling, PPE use, biosafety, and freezer access
• Other duties, as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1–3+ years of laboratory, biobank, sample management, or similar operational experience
• Familiarity with Benchling is a plus
• Experience handling biological samples under appropriate biosafety guidelines
• Familiarity with cold chain logistics and electronic sample databases (LIMS)
• Strong attention to detail with proven ability to maintain accurate records and identify discrepancies
• Excellent record-keeping skills with a strong commitment to data accuracy
• Comfortable following structured workflows with minimal deviation
• Ability to perform repetitive, high-accuracy tasks for extended periods
• Comfortable sitting and standing for extended periods during sample handling activities
• Ability to lift and move boxes and work in freezer environments