Laboratory Technician (Recent Grads/Entry Level/Biology/Samples)

Russell Tobin; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell Tobin, partnering with a leading Pharmaceuticals organization, seeks a Laboratory Technician for Knoxville, TN. This is a 6-month contract for recent graduates or entry-level candidates in biology, with 2nd shift hours 2:00pm–10:30pm.

You will perform donor and unit testing, operate lab instruments, document results, maintain QA records, and support cross-department training while adhering to cGMP, EHS, and safety procedures in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science from an accredited institution; recent graduates welcome.
• Associate degree in chemical, physical, or biological science or medical laboratory technology also considered.
• Ability to communicate effectively within the laboratory and with other departments.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced laboratory environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods and lift or carry up to 40 lbs.
• Must be comfortable working around laboratory chemicals and bloodborne pathogens with required PPE and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory procedures related to donor and unit suitability testing and other required assays.
• Conduct routine analytical testing using manual and automated methods and evaluate results against established controls.
• Operate laboratory instrumentation and technical equipment while documenting testing, troubleshooting, calibration, and maintenance activities.
• Complete quality control and equipment maintenance according to SOPs and applicable cGMP requirements.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and proficiency with laboratory information systems and sample workflows.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation and elevate unresolved equipment issues to supervisors.
• Follow all regulatory, safety, EHS, and laboratory procedures while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Collaborate with internal laboratory teams and support training across multiple departments as needed.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Safety procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science

Associate degree in chemical, physical, or biological science or medical laboratory technology

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Laboratory Technician (Recent Grads/Entry Level/Biology/Samples)

Russell Tobin is partnering with a leading Pharmaceuticals organization to identify a Laboratory Technician for an opportunity in Knoxville, TN.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory procedures related to donor and unit suitability testing and other required assays.
• Conduct routine analytical testing using manual and automated methods and evaluate results against established controls.
• Operate laboratory instrumentation and technical equipment while documenting testing, troubleshooting, calibration, and maintenance activities.
• Complete quality control and equipment maintenance according to SOPs and applicable cGMP requirements.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and proficiency with laboratory information systems and sample workflows.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation and elevate unresolved equipment issues to supervisors.
• Follow all regulatory, safety, EHS, and laboratory procedures while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Collaborate with internal laboratory teams and support training across multiple departments as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution; recent graduates are welcome.
• Associate degree in chemical, physical, or biological science or medical laboratory technology also considered.
• Ability to communicate effectively within the laboratory and with other departments.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced laboratory environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods and lift or carry up to 40 lbs.
• Must be comfortable working around laboratory chemicals and bloodborne pathogens while following required PPE and safety procedures.

Preferred

• Tennessee MLT or MT licensure.
• 2 years of related laboratory experience.

• Location model: 100% onsite - Knoxville, TN 37932
• Schedule: 2nd shift M-F 2:00pm - 10:30pm (rotating holidays)
• Position Type: 6-month contract
• Pay range: $21-$25/hr

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.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.

Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.

For workers in the United States, PrideGlobal and it's affiliates offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

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