Lab technician

Microbiology Lab Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Microbiology Lab Technician to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will perform basic laboratory preparation work and contribute to a variety of microbiological tests. This role offers the opportunity to grow within a state-of-the-art Innovation Center.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic laboratory preparation work including making solutions of peptone and buffers for swabs.

• Engage in plating and streaking techniques.

• Pick up supplies and samples from the plant as needed.

• Conduct various tests, such as pipetting, preparing agar with hot plates, autoclaving, sterilization, sanitation, and conducting plate counts for yeast, mold, and lactic bacteria.

• Enter data accurately into Excel.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, or a related science field.

• Understanding of aseptic techniques and plating and streaking methods.

• Proficiency in microbiological skills gained through education or industry experience.

• Capability to perform Petri film plating and use autoclaves.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory setting with skills in pH and viscosity measurement.

• Familiarity with the roles and responsibilities of a lab technician.

Work Environment

The position is based in a small microbiology lab with limited desk spaces, working closely with a team of three. The work schedule is first shift, Monday through Friday, and the dress code is business casual. The Innovation Center offers a beautiful and state-of-the-art environment with opportunities for long-term career growth.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Westerville, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $27.00/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 Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 2025.

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.

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 due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.