Technologist Trainee - Toxicology

We are seeking a Technologist Trainee in Toxicology who will utilize LCMS, HPLC, and UPLC instruments. This role involves working with liquid and gas chromatography to support drug testing processes. The trainee will take samples from lab assistants and process them on chromatography machines to identify substances. Reviewing results and maintaining instruments are primary objectives.

Responsibilities

• Operate LCMS, HPLC, and UPLC instruments for sample analysis.
• Perform liquid and gas chromatography to support drug testing.
• Process samples from lab assistants to identify substances.
• Review results and ensure accuracy in testing.
• Maintain instruments and ensure they are in working order.
• Manage a high volume of testing, responsible for two instrument lines.
• Load instrument lines and verify that results are accurate.

• Bachelor's degree (BS preferred, BA accepted) in life science - chemistry or biology.
• Prior experience with spectrometry or chromatography.
• Ability to explain spectrometry or chromatography processes if lacking hands-on experience.
• Professional or academic lab experience.

• Experience in toxicology is preferred.
• Understanding of mass spectrometry.
• Experience in high-volume testing environments.

The work schedule includes training on a Monday to Friday night shift for approximately three weeks, followed by a Tuesday to Saturday shift. The lab offers a coffee bar for night shift employees and is located near a 24-hour quick check for breaks. This is a contract position, with potential for permanent placement. Employees have opportunities to grow into other departments. The company is renowned for its excellent trainers and leadership. Attire is professional.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Plainfield, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $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 Plainfield,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 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.

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