Sample Registration Technician

Laboratory Assistant - Entry Level

Excellent Hands-On Experience | Offers Benefits | Day Shift

Job Description

The Laboratory Assistant accurately receives incoming laboratory samples, ensuring all data is entered into the appropriate systems and prepared for testing in a timely and organized manner. This role supports the overall quality and efficiency of the lab by maintaining precise records, adhering to quality system requirements, and helping keep the sample receiving area clean and safe.

Responsibilities

• Receive and register incoming samples from the shipping department, ensuring all samples are logged accurately and promptly.
• Maintain neat, organized, and accurate records of daily work performed, including documentation needed for quality control tests and regulatory purposes.
• Enter sample data into DQCI LIMS or Eurofins eLIMS systems, either manually or through automatic data export, while verifying completeness and accuracy.
• Verify test results and submit results, electronically or in hard copy, to the appropriate personnel for laboratory testing and review.
• Perform routine cleaning of glassware, vials, and workstations to maintain a safe, orderly, and efficient workspace.
• Handle samples of milk and other materials using appropriate aseptic techniques to support accurate microbiological and wet chemistry testing.
• Communicate clearly and consistently with team members to coordinate workflow and maintain pace in a fast-paced sample receiving environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• BA/BS in a scientific discipline is preferred and supports advancement to higher lab technician levels.
• Two-year or four-year degree in biology or another scientific field is preferred, but candidates without a degree are also considered.
• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) is required to advance beyond this level within the lab technician career ladder.

This is a Contract position based out of Saint Paul, MN.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $22.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Saint Paul,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 21, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $21 - $22