Senior Canine Lab Technician – Aseptic Processing & QC

Actalent; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance (Voluntary)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Lab Technician to process canine blood specimens and support cancer-focused research in dogs. The role covers handling samples, aseptic processing, and meticulous documentation within a small team, with opportunities for both associate and Senior technician levels. Work is Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.

to 5:00 p.m., in Lenexa, KS, with occasional weekend checks. This contract-to-hire position emphasizes quality control and strict sterile technique to ensure reliable results in a

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of laboratory experience for the Senior technician level or 3+ years of laboratory experience for the associate level.
• At least 1 year of hands-on experience with quality control in a laboratory setting.
• At least 1 year of experience performing aseptic technique and aseptic processing.
• At least 1 year of experience with accurate pipetting in a lab environment.
• Ability to work with biological specimens, specifically canine blood, following safety and handling protocols.
• Strong attention to detail for documentation, sample tracking, and adherence to standard operating procedures.
• Capability to work both collaboratively within a small lab team and independently on assigned tasks.
• Openness to varied educational backgrounds, with no specific degree requirement.

Responsibilities

• Receive and log incoming specimen packages from carriers.
• Process canine blood samples using established lab protocols and aseptic techniques.
• Perform all in-hood lab work, including sample handling and transfers.
• Document procedures, observations, and results for each sample run.
• Prepare materials between tasks, including labeling and setup.
• Load samples onto plates and lab instruments per SOPs and QC guidelines.
• Sterilize and maintain tools, equipment, and work areas to meet aseptic standards.
• Apply quality control throughout the workflow to ensure sample integrity.
• Use pipetting techniques with precision for measurement and transfer.
• Collaborate with a small team while also working independently on tasks.
• Support USDA Animal Health–related work when applicable.
• Assist with cell culturing and T-cell culture activities as needed.
• Occasional weekend sample checks (1–2 times per month).

Skills

Aseptic technique

Pipetting accuracy

Quality control

Documentation

Canine blood handling

Independent work

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

No degree required

Tools

Pipettes

Laboratory hoods

Sterilization equipment

Plates and containers

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Lab Technician to process canine blood specimens and support cancer-focused research in dogs. The role covers handling samples, aseptic processing, and meticulous documentation within a small team, with opportunities for both associate and Senior technician levels. Work is Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.

to 5:00 p.m., in Lenexa, KS, with occasional weekend checks. This contract-to-hire position emphasizes quality control and strict sterile technique to ensure reliable results in a