Lab Technician

Job Duties

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, label, and process fluid/process samples in accordance with written procedures and chain-of-custody requirements.
• Prepare samples and run testing to detect and/or quantify cellular and particulate targets using approved methods and instrumentation.
• Identify and document potential interferents and artifacts (e.g., RBCs, fungal elements, lipids) and apply established criteria to distinguish them from true target signals.
• Perform routine instrument setup, calibration/verification checks, and basic troubleshooting; document out-of-spec conditions and escalate per procedure.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and contemporaneous laboratory records (paper and/or electronic) including calculations, raw data, and observations.
• Support method improvements by capturing atypical findings, suggesting refinements to decision criteria, and participating in investigations as assigned.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace; stock consumables and maintain inventory levels needed to support scheduled testing.
• Data Logging & Sample Grouping Requirements
• Log sample identifiers and collection metadata (date/time, source, operator, volume, and any deviations) to ensure traceability.
• Record sample descriptors needed for grouping / trend analysis, including such things as:
• Sampled material (e.g., product/contact material, process condition, or collection location as defined by the lab).
• Fluid tube sizing (e.g., tubing inner diameter/size category and configuration, if applicable).
• Sample aging (e.g., time from collection to test, storage conditions, and number of freeze/thaw or hold steps if used).
• Capture results and classification details (e.g., counts/estimate, confidence flags, and notes) and separately record interferent observations (RBC presence, fungal forms, lipid droplets/particulates) using standard terminology.
• Ensure data are entered in the approved format so results can be filtered, compared, and summarized across the required groupings.

Minimum Education Required

• Associate degree or higher in laboratory science, biology, chemistry, medical laboratory technology, or equivalent experience.

Minimum Experience Required

• 1+ years of laboratory experience preferred (sample handling, wet lab techniques, or analytical testing); entry-level candidates with strong lab coursework considered.
• Comfortable working with biological fluids and following biosafety practices.
• Strong attention to detail with demonstrated ability to document work clearly and follow written procedures.
• Basic computer proficiency for data entry and file management (LIMS/ELN experience preferred).

Work Environment & Compliance

• Work is performed in a laboratory setting that may require use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Follow Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and applicable quality system requirements (e.g., GLP) as defined by the organization.
• May require standing, repetitive pipetting/bench work, and handling of small containers and tubing components.
• Schedule may include time-sensitive testing based on sample collection windows and sample aging requirements.

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$25.00 - $26.00 / Hourly

Postal Code

55441

Job Type

Contract (W2)

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

DIV11669

Job Benefits

Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits