What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scientist position at Actalent?
Scientist
The Manufacturing Technical Support (MTS) team is seeking an entry-level Scientist to join our dynamic and collaborative group. MTS plays a vital role in supporting manufacturing operations by qualifying raw materials, resolving production issues, and conducting laboratory investigations. This position provides hands-on experience with automated testing systems and offers exposure to blood bank diagnostics.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute investigations, projects, and process development tasks under guidance
- Develop a strong understanding of products and the scientific techniques employed
- Learn to navigate standard operating procedures (SOPs), cross-functional documentation, and internal resources
- Utilize statistical tools (MiniTab, JMP, Excel) to compile and analyze data
- Assist scientists by preparing and organizing test data
- Maintain accurate, audit-ready documentation including notebooks, reports, and forms
- Organize and manage test samples and data throughout the course of investigations
- Communicate findings and updates clearly and effectively with team members
Skills & Qualifications
Required:
- Clinical laboratory testing experience
- Blood typing knowledge
- Basic technical writing and data organization skills
- Familiarity with statistical software
Preferred:
- Experience with automated systems or blood bank medical devices
- Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)
- Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Science or a related field (other science degrees considered with relevant experience)
- 0–3 years of experience in blood testing, blood typing, or diagnostic testing
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $26.00/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 Norcross,GA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 20, 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 - $26