• Cell Culture Technician

    Actalent (Windham, CT)


    Exciting Opportunity: Entry-Level Lab Technician

     

    Are you passionate about science and eager to kick-start your career in a cutting-edge laboratory environment? Join our innovative team as anEntry-Level Lab Technicianand be part of groundbreaking work in vaccine development and microbiology! This is your chance to gain practical hands-on experience, develop your skills, and make a real impact in the thriving biotech industry.

    About the Role

    As a Lab Technician with us, you'll play a crucial role in supporting vital research and production activities. You'll work with SPF chicken embryos, cell cultures, and microbial cultures, helping produce essential antigens and reagents that drive our innovative projects forward. Enjoy a collaborative, clean, and safe workspace where you can grow your laboratory expertise and deepen your scientific knowledge.

    What You'll Do

    + Carefully process SPF chicken embryos, cell cultures, and microbial cultures

    + Produce high-quality antigens and reagents for research and manufacturing needs

    + Prepare media, buffers, and solutions using precise techniques

    + Maintain accurate documentation to ensure quality, compliance, and traceability

    + Keep the lab organized and safe through housekeeping, waste disposal, and glassware management

    What We're Looking For

    + Genuine enthusiasm for biology, microbiology, and laboratory work

    + Experience in laboratory or cleanroom environments is a plus

    + Comfort working with PPE and practicing aseptic techniques

    + Proficiency in pipetting, operating lab equipment such as autoclaves, and handling fume hoods

    + High school diploma or G.E.D., with 1-2 years of related experience or training preferred (equivalent education/experience considered)

     

    Why Join Us?

     

    + Enjoy a regular 8-hour shift starting at 7:30 am, with scheduled breaks

    + Be part of a supportive team dedicated to innovation and excellence

    + Gain valuable hands-on experience in a regulated, safety-conscious setting

    + Grow your career with opportunities for training, advancement, and professional development

    Physical & Work Environment

    + Engage in standing, walking, sitting, and detailed tasks like pipetting and microscope work

    + Ability to lift and move items up to 50 pounds

    + Work may involve exposure to warm environments and requires good vision, including color discrimination

     

    Ready to Launch Your Science Career?

    Compensation & Benefits

    + Pay Range:$18.00 - $19.00/hr

    + Eligible for benefits such as:

    + Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

    + Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage

    + 401(k) Retirement Plans (Pre-tax and Roth options)

    + Life Insurance & AD&D

    + Short & Long-term Disability

    + Health Savings Account (HSA)

    + Transportation benefits

    + Employee Assistance Program

    + Paid Time Off (PTO, Vacation, Sick Leave)

     

    Note: Eligibility requirements apply. Benefits are subject to change and specific plan terms.

    Workplace Details

    + Location: Onsite in Windham, CT

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $70000.00/yr.

     

    We are cardiac muscle physiologists with an extraordinary commitment to understanding and recapitulating muscle function.Founded in 2018 by Yale Biomedical Engineering professor Dr. Stuart Campbell, Propria’s goal is to make human engineered heart tissue (hEHT) more powerful and accessible to scientists. This has culminated in a patented system that produces incredibly rich yet simple-to-digest datasets which enable you to see the full contractile profile of human tissues. We are proud to partner with dozens of groups from academia, large pharmaceutical companies, biotech and gene therapy companies to deliver important insights.

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Windham,CT.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 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.

     

    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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.