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Job Description
Position Summary
The primary function of this role is to perform technical laboratory activities related to testing human specimens and accurately record laboratory data. All work is conducted under the technical oversight of a California-licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist. Recent chemistry grads are encouraged to apply!
Essential Job Duties
- Assist in specimen testing under direct and constant supervision, following established procedures and working under the technical oversight of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, in compliance with California regulatory requirements. Utilize automated and/or digital devices (e.g., timers, thermometers) to perform tasks.
- Record dates of receipt, in-use status, and expiration for all reagents, kits, controls, and standards used for assigned assays. Ensure that all materials are within expiration dates prior to use.
- Perform pipetting using pre-set, calibrated, and approved automatic devices or fixed-volume dispensers.
- Conduct preventative maintenance (PM) on equipment under direct supervision. Document all PM activities appropriately, perform minor repairs, and promptly notify appropriate personnel for issues requiring more complex repairs.
- Develop an increasing understanding of laboratory medicine and the clinical significance of laboratory results.
- Adhere to standard operating procedures and safety requirements established by Esoterix, CLIA, CAP, and other regulatory bodies.
- Document all activities as required, following good documentation practices. Examples include preventative maintenance logs, instrument function checks, troubleshooting, and quality control to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Follow all additional job-related instructions and perform other duties as assigned by department management.
Required Education / Degree
Bachelor’s degree in chemical, biological, clinical laboratory science, medical technology, or a related scientific field from an accredited institution. The degree must include a minimum of 12 semester hours of chemistry, preferably including at least one course in organic chemistry.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- 4/10 schedule, 2nd shift (3:00 PM – 1:00 AM), Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Agoura Hills, CA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.40/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 Agoura Hills,CA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 21, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
Salary : $24 - $26