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Job Title: Lab AssistantJob Description

Join a dynamic team at a company specializing in at-home testing kits. As a Lab Assistant, you will work with urine, blood, and fecal samples, ensuring meticulous handling and processing. Your role includes opening, sorting, and collecting samples, entering data into the lab information system, and preparing samples for testing. You will also receive and quarantine specimen packages, assist in strip manufacturing, and verify laboratory results.

Responsibilities

+ Receive and quarantine specimen packages.

+ Open and sort specimens according to acceptance criteria.

+ Separate and code non-testable specimens.

+ Enter and verify specimen information in the Laboratory Information System (LIS).

+ Assist in manufacturing duties, including cutting and preparing strips for coating.

+ Log laboratory supply deliveries.

+ Manually enter and verify laboratory results.

+ Notify supervisor of any deviations from procedures.

+ Perform all other duties as assigned by the Laboratory Manager or Supervisor.

Essential Skills

+ Experience with laboratory equipment and sample preparation.

+ Ability to handle sensitive samples with care.

+ Proficiency in data entry and specimen accessioning.

+ Attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.

+ Comfortable using computers, particularly Microsoft products.

+ Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Prior lab experience is preferred but not required.

+ Pipetting experience and dexterity are advantageous.

+ Must be open to working a second shift schedule.

Work Environment

The work environment is based in an office building that includes a call center, laboratory, and clerical center. Training occurs Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5:30 pm, transitioning to a second shift schedule of 2:30 pm to 11 pm. Dress attire includes long pants, t-shirts, and closed-toed shoes, with lab coats worn when handling specimens. Enjoy a vibrant team culture with activities such as dress-down days, talent shows, and fashion shows, complemented by holiday pay, vacation benefits, and events featuring food trucks.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Hoffman Estates,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 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.