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Microbiology Laboratory Technician - 1st Shift

Employer
Actalent
Location
Minerva Park, Ohio, US
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
May 16, 2024
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Sector
Consultancy/Private Sector
Field
Conservation science
Discipline
Biology
Salary Type
Salary
Employment Type
Full time
Seeking entry level candidates to support a large food and beverage laboratory in Columbus, OH! This is a long-term opportunity with upward mobility

SUMMARY:
  • This position is to perform, and document routine tasks related to sample processing and assays using written operating procedures, standard laboratory methods and/or basic laboratory techniques, functions, and equipment.
  • To conduct specific procedures and tests both within and outside of the laboratory requiring the use of applied knowledge and practical skills learned from on-the-job experience; modify or adapt techniques to fit special needs or problems.
  • To calculate data from routine tests to final results and to evaluate such results for accuracy where expected findings are not precisely defined, but sufficient guidelines exist for reference.
  • To assist with and occasionally perform specialized and non-routine tests and assays, and to maintain records of such work; to coordinate and plan assigned work with other technicians and scientists.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Provide support to laboratory department by performing and/or coordinating a variety of Laboratory processes:
  • Receives, registers, and prepares samples for general analytical testing through data entry, weighing, and physical homogenization.
  • Preps and performs routine to more complex analyses
  • Reads and records results of analyses, making sure to keep identification numbers matched with correct samples.
  • Operates basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter, colorimeter, spectrophotometer, autoclave, evaporator, etc.
  • Prepares (and assures accuracy of) standards, reagents, etc. needed for analyses.
  • Acid washes glassware and specially cleans other equipment and areas as required.
  • Functions as primary data generator, records and calculates data, signs assay sheets.
  • Performs routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
  • Interpret customer requests and perform receiving and log-in functions.

SKILLS& QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's of Science in Chemistry or a similar field of study (Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, ect) OR HS diploma with good tenure form a past pace position that required
  • Basic Computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office products
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.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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