Lab Assistant

Lab Assistant

We are seeking a dedicated Lab Assistant to join our team. This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain valuable hours and experience to qualify for the HT or ASCP Exam within a year of employment. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to advance within the position based on performance reviews, with potential promotion to Tech II, Tech III, Team Lead, and other levels. This is a great opportunity for science majors looking to get into the health and medical laboratory field without having to go back to school!

Responsibilities

• Collect and process specimens.
• Prepare slide trays for analysis.
• File blocks and slides efficiently.
• Assist with lab organization and maintenance.
• Prepare solutions and recycle chemicals as needed.
• Perform tissue embedding after training.
• Assist with H&E slide preparation.
• Clean lab equipment and tools to maintain hygiene.
• Stock lab supplies and conduct inventory checks.
• Adhere to compliance and complete all necessary documentation.

Essential Skills

• Associates or Bachelors Degree in Sciences such as Chemistry, Biology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Laboratory Science, or Environmental Science.
• At least 6 months of laboratory experience

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Previous lab experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Ability to type a minimum of 45 words per minute preferred.
• Attention to detail.
• Team work

Work Environment

This position is based in a Path Lab with multiple shifts available:

Monday to Friday 6 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Monday to Friday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Monday to Friday 3 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. with a $2 shift premium;

Monday to Friday 8 p.m. - 4:30 a.m. with a $4 shift premium.

The lab environment is structured to support growth and development, with opportunities for progression based on proficiency and meeting metrics for grossing and cutting.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/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 Green Bay, WI.

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.