• Lab Systems Scientist

    Actalent (St. Paul, MN)


    Lab Systems Scientist

     

    Well-Known Medical Device | Offers Benefits | Excellent Growth Opportunity

    Job Description

    This lab-adjacent role is critical to maintaining compliance and operational efficiency in a growing laboratory. The right candidate will bring both technical depth and compliance awareness, helping to stabilize and scale lab operations.

    Responsibilities

    + Conduct instrument qualification and software validation, including IQ/OQ/PQ processes.

    + Validate lab software systems such as Empower, MassHunter, and Chromeleon.

    + Perform annual audit trail reviews and procedure documentation.

    + Troubleshoot and coordinate with vendors like Thermo and Agilent.

    + Provide support for mass spectrometry and chromatography instrumentation.

    + Optimize lab logistics and workflow without direct testing involvement.

    + Collaborate with facilities for new instrument validation.

    + Ensure alignment with 21 CFR Part 11 compliance.

    + Support document control and LIMS (LabVantage) administration.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in mass spectrometry and chromatography.

    + Experience with lab software systems such as Chromeleon, Empower, and LabVantage.

    + Expertise in IQ/OQ/PQ processes and software validation.

    + 1+ years of experience with mass spectrometry.

    + 2+ years of laboratory experience post-college.

    + Familiarity with regulated environments and complex data systems.

    + 6+ months of LIMS and lab software administration and troubleshooting.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Bachelor's degree in a science-related field.

    + Previous field service experience.

    + Experience with Windchill.

    Work Environment

    This position is 100% onsite and lab-adjacent. It involves working closely with lab operations without direct testing duties.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Saint Paul, MN.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/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 Saint Paul,MN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 30, 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.