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Associate Lab Technician

Job Description

Under direct supervision by department leadership, the Associate Lab Technician performs diagnostic clinical and clinical contract research testing. This role involves preparing samples through sample management and testing them on four different analyzers for customer results. Additionally, the technician supports the preparation of laboratory reagents and the routine maintenance of laboratory equipment.

ResponsibilitiesUnderstand and adhere to all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements.Perform diagnostic testing on one of four analyzers, handling 500-1,500 samples per analyzer in a given night.Support the sample management team with sample identification, evaluation, labeling, processing, and centrifuging during high volumes or decreased testing needs.Prepare reagents as scheduled and maintain reagent support.Operate, troubleshoot, and perform routine maintenance and calibration on equipment, participating in validations to ensure proper function.May release final results in accordance with training and compliance requirements.Essential SkillsB.S. in Life Science (biology, chemistry, biochemistry, etc.) or Medical Lab Tech (MLT) schooling with ASCP certification or Clinical Lab Science (CLS) schooling with 4+ years of hands-on testing experience.OR Masters degree with 2+ years of hands-on testing.Experience with laboratory sample testing (donor samples, patient samples, etc.).Additional Skills & QualificationsHuman biological testing experience (blood, tissue, urine, etc.).Blood banking experience.Biology lab internship.Experience with centrifuges, automated instrumentation, qPCR instrumentation, Gel Electrophoresis, and Sequencer.Work Environment

The lab is divided into three areas: a reference lab, HLA (DNA testing), and testing labs. This position is in the testing lab servicing the Indiana Blood Center and all of Versiti locations (Wisconsin, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and Michigan). The shift is Wednesday - Saturday, 4 10-hour shifts from 8pm - 6:30am, with training Monday - Thursday, 8pm - 6:30am. The role includes working 1-2 holidays per year. The dress code is scrubs or business casual with long pants and comfortable, clean, closed-toe shoes. Equipment used includes four main analyzers (Abbott Alinity S, Immucor Neo, Roche Cobas 8800, and another analyzer), pipettes, centrifuges, freezers, refrigerators, pH meters, microscopes, and various automated instruments and lab-specific equipment.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.75 - $26.50

• 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 Indianapolis,IN.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 31, 2024.

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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