Life Sciences Lab Technician — Entry Level

Actalent; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Laboratory Assistant in Tustin, CA to support testing operations and sample preparation. The role involves handling high volumes of samples, data entry, and ensuring timely lab turnaround.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's in Life Sciences (0–1 years) and ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting. The position is onsite with overtime and a pay range of $21.00–$23.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in sample preparation, lab testing, and biology.
• Proficiency in pipetting, assays, dilutions, media preparation, aseptic techniques, and staining.

Responsibilities

• Assist with incoming sample preparation and manage a high volume of samples daily.
• Weigh samples and plating procedures.
• Enter sample data into management systems promptly.
• Complete lab testing on all incoming samples and meet turnaround goals.
• Verify results and submit for transmission.
• Identify non-conformances and out-of-spec results.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sample prep

Lab testing

Biology

Pipetting

Aseptic techniques

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences (0-1 yrs)

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Laboratory Assistant in Tustin, CA to support testing operations and sample preparation. The role involves handling high volumes of samples, data entry, and ensuring timely lab turnaround.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's in Life Sciences (0–1 years) and ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting. The position is onsite with overtime and a pay range of $21.00–$23.00 per hour.