Lab Technician

Lab Technician

Overview

Join a dynamic and fast‑paced healthcare team as a Lab Technician, supporting critical clinical trials by assembling and preparing viral testing kits. This role is perfect for someone with a strong understanding of clinical and medical terminology who thrives in a detail‑oriented, hands-on environment. Your work will directly support life‑changing diagnostics and research.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately label test tubes, vials, solutions, swabs, and other materials for viral testing kits.
• Assemble testing kits by following precise instructions and quality standards.
• Collaborate effectively with team members, contributing to a positive and supportive work environment.
• Assist cross‑functionally where needed, demonstrating adaptability in a fast-moving setting.
• Communicate clearly with supervisors and colleagues to ensure smooth workflow.

Essential Skills

• Strong understanding of clinical and medical terminology.
• Experience in sample processing, phlebotomy, laboratory work, or related healthcare settings.
• Ability to excel in a repetitive, detail-driven role with accuracy and consistency.

Additional Qualifications

• Positive, friendly, and easy-going demeanor.
• Ability to take direction well and shift between tasks smoothly.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Work takes place in a clean laboratory setting, assembling testing kits—no handling of specimens and no tools required.
• Responsibilities involve preparing various types of kits based on client specifications.
• Standard schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with a 30‑minute unpaid lunch.
• Occasional Saturday shifts and extended hours until 6:30 PM during peak demand periods.
• Reduced summer hours can be expected during slower seasons.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Farmingdale, NY.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Farmingdale,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 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.

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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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