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Microbiologist

Actalent
Northbrook, IL Other
POSTED ON 8/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/17/2026

Job Title: QC Laboratory Technician II


Job Description

Support the Quality Control Teams' goals and initiatives. Contribute to testing related to Sample Preparation, Intermediate Testing, and Final Product Testing. Execute QC processes associated with production, purchased products, reagent stability programs, retention programs, controlled storage monitoring, and departmental calibration. Assist in creating or updating QC instructions or SOPs and perform associated engineering change control. Maintain QC laboratory supplies/internal reagents and the integrity and cleanliness of QC work areas. Participate in QC processes to support new product design transfer, process development, process validations, equipment validations, and investigation and resolution of product/process issues. Engage in frequent intra-department and inter-department interfaces with Quality Assurance, Reagent Manufacturing, Design Transfer and Process Engineering, Production Planning, Purchasing, and Document Control. Deliver timely and accurate QC testing for bioassay and core consumable products. Ensure timely and accurate completion of quality control and manufacturing process documentation, including related business system transactions. Assist in planning, sample scheduling, and sample processing of product stability studies.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Quality Control Teams' goals and initiatives.
  • Contribute to testing related to Sample Preparation, Intermediate Testing, and Final Product Testing.
  • Execute QC processes associated with production, purchased products, reagent stability programs, retention programs, controlled storage monitoring, and departmental calibration.
  • Assist in creating or updating QC instructions or SOPs and perform associated engineering change control.
  • Maintain QC laboratory supplies/internal reagents and the integrity and cleanliness of QC work areas.
  • Participate in QC processes to support new product design transfer, process development, process validations, equipment validations, and investigation and resolution of product/process issues.
  • Engage in frequent intra-department and inter-department interfaces with Quality Assurance, Reagent Manufacturing, Design Transfer and Process Engineering, Production Planning, Purchasing, and Document Control.
  • Deliver timely and accurate QC testing for bioassay and core consumable products.
  • Ensure timely and accurate completion of quality control and manufacturing process documentation, including related business system transactions.
  • Assist in planning, sample scheduling, and sample processing of product stability studies.

Essential Skills

  • Experience in laboratory settings.
  • Knowledge of molecular biology, PCR, Molecular Biology, qPCR, and Investigations.
  • Familiarity with GMP, Medical Device documentation, Quality Control, Microbiology, Biology, LIMS, pharmaceutical, and Diagnostics.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • BS or MS in Molecular Biology, Microbiology, or Biology.
  • 2-5 years of experience running PCR.

Work Environment

20-30% of the time will be spent documenting, the rest of the time will be spent in different labs. This individual will start out in release product testing. The QC Group conducts rigorous testing of diagnostic reagents and instruments to ensure they meet required standards and specifications. Compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards is essential for maintaining certifications.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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 Northbrook,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 3, 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $25 - $30

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