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Job Title: Media Preparation Lab Technician

If you’re interested in this role, please reach out to Morgan Baber at:

mbaber @ actalentservices.com

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Media Preparation Lab Technician to join our Screening and Bioprocess (S&B) team. In this role, you will support laboratory operations by preparing, dispensing, and conducting quality control of sterile media. You will collaborate closely with internal lab personnel and external stakeholders to coordinate, schedule, and execute media preparation and delivery.

Responsibilities

+ Prepare sterile media using autoclaves, mediaclaves, Sterilize in Place (SIP) reactors, and other sterilization technologies.

+ Weigh, sterilize, and dispense media into various containers such as plates, flasks, and bottles using automated liquid handlers and peristaltic pumps, following SOPs and job aids.

+ Apply sterile and aseptic handling techniques throughout all processes.

+ Perform quality checks on prepared media, including streaking plates, measuring pH, and inspecting for contamination via microscopy.

+ Monitor inventory levels and order necessary chemicals and consumables.

+ Identify, flag, and assist in troubleshooting process deviations and contamination events.

+ Participate in projects aimed at enhancing laboratory operations and efficiency, including tracking lab metrics, data capture and visualization, and meeting operational efficiency goals.

Essential Skills

+ B.S. in Chemistry, Biology, or related field (preferably life sciences, agriculture, plant science, etc.).

+ 6+ months of experience working in a laboratory setting (industry or academia).

+ Experience with aseptic techniques.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Any experience with fermentation is a bonus.

+ Proficiency in tools used within the work process such as Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint is helpful.

Work Environment

The candidate will work a 1st shift from 7am to 3:30pm, Monday through Friday. Consultants will receive holiday pay.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Indianapolis, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Indianapolis,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 3, 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.