Lab Technician - Chipping & PCR Labs

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Adecco Healthcare & Life Sciences is hiring four Lab Technicians for our pharmaceutical partner in Ankeny, IA .

These roles support daily laboratory operations across two specialized areas: Chipping and PCR . We are seeking proactive individuals capable of managing multiple tasks while maintaining high quality standards in a fast-paced, multi-cultural environment. Whether supporting automated equipment or managing sample flow, you will play a key role in delivering timely research and manufacturing results.

Shift: 3rd Shift (Monday – Friday, 1:00 AM – 10:00 AM) Pay Rate: $24.35/hr Duration: 6 months to start, with the possibility for extension

Key Responsibilities

PCR Lab Focus

• Operations: Lead daily housekeeping and maintain the orderliness/cleanliness of the workspace.
• Inventory & Prep: Manage and receive labware inventory; prepare essential buffers and reagents.
• Sample Management: Receive and accurately label incoming samples for processing.
• Technical Support: Troubleshoot and operate equipment required for PCR production.
• Documentation: Review and archive task-related documents and electronic records.
  
  

Chipping Lab Focus

• Sample Logistics: Responsible for the organization and physical movement of samples.
• Quality Analysis: Perform designated physical seed quality analysis.
• Automation: Support and operate automated laboratory equipment while maintaining high throughput and quality.
  
  

Cross-Functional Duties

• Collaboration: Interface effectively with research, manufacturing, and technical teams; work with multiple supervisors to deliver results.
• Communication: Maintain clear communication within a global and multi-cultural team setting.
  
  

Compliance & Safety

• Adhere to Employee Safety and Health (ESH) guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and workflow guidelines.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and compliant laboratory environment.
• Wear all required PPE to ensure personal and facility safety.
  
  

Qualifications

• Experience: 1–3 years of relevant laboratory or research experience and/or training preferred.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred .
• Skills: Strong communication and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Availability: Must be able to work the 3rd shift schedule (Monday – Friday, 1 AM – 10 AM).
  
  

Benefits & Perks

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, and 401K plans. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave (where required by law) and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Pay Details: $24.35 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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Requirements

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
  
  

Massachusetts Candidates Only: 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.

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