Analytical Lab Technician

Analytical Lab Technician

The Analytical Technician will support a variety of short- and long-term projects with minimal supervision from the  Senior  Research Scientist. This hands-on role involves assisting with project execution, including the preparation of reagents and media for relevant assays and performing those assays as directed. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in microbiology, be proficient in basic laboratory mathematics and unit conversions, and possess skills in media preparation and bacterial sample plating.

Responsibilities

+ Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment.

+ Conduct regular equipment validation and maintenance checks.

+ Execute a range of laboratory techniques and protocols related to analytical chemistry.

+ Prepare media and reagents in volumes appropriate for weekly workload requirements.

+ Assist the  Senior  Research Scientist in drafting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for new protocols.

+ Interpret and adapt experimental protocols from scientific literature.

+ Perform streak plating techniques for bacterial sample isolation.

+ Conduct bacterial enumeration for various sample types.

+ Perform local travel between sites (50-75%, less than 1 mile between facilities).

+ Participate in weekly meetings to discuss project progress and findings.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or a related field.

+ Prior laboratory experience in microbiology, biology, biochemistry, or chemistry.

+ Competency in essential laboratory techniques, including unit conversions, pipetting, weighing, serial dilutions, and bacterial enumeration.

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

+ Hands-on experience as an undergraduate researcher and industry experience (1+ year).

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Knowledge of Quality Control principles and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

+ Experience conducting independent research projects with minimal supervision.

+ Skilled in analyzing scientific data using statistical methods.

+ Hands-on experience with molecular and biochemical techniques, including PCR, Real-Time PCR, ELISA, enzymatic assays, protein/peptide assays, and SDS-PAGE.

+ Strong troubleshooting skills for experimental procedures and laboratory techniques.

+ Exceptional attention to detail for accurate, precise, and reproducible data.

+ Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.

+ Results-driven and task-oriented with a strong work ethic.

+ Proven ability to design experiments, collect data, and contribute to publishable scientific work.

+ Skilled in collaborating across departments to compile, analyze, and interpret data.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

+ Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Kennesaw, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

- Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kennesaw,GA.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 5, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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