Laboratory Assistant - HIRING NOW

Immediate Opening - Laboratory Assistant

Under the direction of department leadership, the Laboratory Assistant performs clerical and other technical lab duties in a timely and accurate manner, exceeding customer expectations. This role involves executing daily scheduled tasks, taking initiative, and striving to improve work processes based on laboratory and client needs. The position aligns with and supports the mission, vision, and values of the organization, as well as department goals and objectives. The Laboratory Assistant plays a crucial role in providing lifesaving diagnostic services to patients and providers.

Responsibilities

• Understand and adhere to all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Support leadership during audits when needed.
• Ship, receive, and track packages and specimens, ensuring the integrity of samples.
• Receive, classify, and process specimens accurately and promptly.
• Inspect specimens and paperwork for accuracy and acceptability.
• Ensure samples are handled and stored at appropriate temperatures to prevent loss.
• Accurately perform data entry functions using appropriate systems.
• Proofread work for content, spelling, accuracy, and document format.
• Prepare samples for laboratory testing as required.
• Perform reagent preparation when necessary.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain equipment, performing routine maintenance and calibration.
• Identify and document sample issues or discrepancies, resolving them with clients as appropriate.
• Respond to telephone calls and email requests with professionalism and courtesy.
• Research and resolve issues, following up with customers promptly.
• Provide exemplary customer service through written and verbal communication.
• Maintain organization of departmental records as needed.
• Support the maintenance of reagent and supply inventory.
• Work weekend and holiday rotations as scheduled.
• Train others on job tasks as assigned.
• Maintain all applicable competencies and sufficient continuing education credits.

Essential Skills

• Laboratory skills
• Sample preparation and processing
• Specimen handling
• Proficiency in data entry and proofreading
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot laboratory equipment
• Strong communication and customer service skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma with 6+ months of work experience in production or healthcare
• Associate's degree in life science or related field
• Retail/production/warehouse/restaurant/laboratory environment experience.
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in processing or healthcare is beneficial

Interview availability this week

• I am scheduling interviews for this position and conducting phone interviews as early as today. All candidates will be considered immediately within 24 hours of applying directly to Grace Williams.
• HOW TO APPLY DIRECTLY: Email your updated resume, brief intro about your interest, preferred method of communication for you (i.e., call, email, text) to grawilliams@actalentservices.com or call me/text directly at (317-567-6610)

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $21.31/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 Oct 22, 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.