• Laboratory Assistant

    Actalent (Indianapolis, IN)


    Laboratory Assistant

    Description

    Corteva Agriscience™ is the only major agriscience company completely dedicated to agriculture. By combining the strengths of DuPont Pioneer, DuPont Crop Protection and Dow AgroSciences, we've harnessed agriculture's brightest minds and expertise gained over two centuries of scientific achievement. Our purpose is to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come.

    PAY -$20

    Shift Timings:1st Shift (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM), Monday–Friday

    Summary:

    • Corteva Agriscience is seeking motivated candidates with strong organizational skills to join our dynamic Crop Protection Discovery & Development Team, as a Laboratory Assistant.

    Job Duties:

    Media Preparation:

    • Prepare media for research purposes

    • Clean and rinse glassware and equipment.

    • Sterilize equipment using an autoclave.

    • Prepare tubes and bottles with specified solutions.

    • Operate basic lab equipment.

    Plant Material and Inoculum Handling:

    • Conduct routine laboratory tasks and prepare test setups, including placing plants into trays, tagging them, and assisting with applications.

    • Mark plants for mobility tests and breakdowns and move them onto carts for further handling.

    • Assist with inoculating and harvesting stock.

    Chemical Handling and Safety:

    • Safely handle and apply chemicals including fungicides, and other research-related substances, following all safety protocols.

    • Demonstrate the ability to properly wear and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including a PAPRs (Powered Air-Purifying Respirators), to ensure safety during chemical handling and other hazardous tasks.

    • Ensure proper storage, labeling, and disposal of chemicals in accordance with safety guidelines and regulatory requirements.

    Housekeeping:

    • Wash and move carts, cut flats into single pots.

    • Bag and weigh plant material for disposal.

    • Clean lab and greenhouse benches and floors.

    • Empty and replace hazardous and non-hazardous waste containers.

    • Scrub Growth and Dew Rooms.

    • Stock labs and greenhouses with necessary supplies.

     

    Skills

     

    Laboratory, Cell Culture, Biology, Plant Pathology, Aseptic

     

    Top Skills Details

     

    Laboratory

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    Must Have:

    • B.S. in Chemistry, Biology, or related field (Preferably Biology or Plant Pathology)

    • 6+ months of experience working in a laboratory setting

    • Proficiency in aseptic technique

    VMS Notes:

    • Knowledge of plant science is essential.

    • Strong professional work ethic and highly motivated mindset.

    • Proven ability to work effectively in both team settings and independently in a professional environment.

    • Experience with the preparation, maintenance, and inoculation of fungal cultures in sterile conditions.

    • Knowledge of safety protocols for handling fungal cultures to prevent contamination or exposure.

    • Experience in preparing inoculum for plant material studies and other related tasks.

    • Familiarity with harvesting and storing fungal cultures for experimental purposes.

    • Strong attention to detail and the ability to work carefully in a lab environment.

    Experience Level

    Entry Level

     

    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 Jan 27, 2026.

    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.