Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented Analytical Technician to join our team for a 3-month contract, covering a maternity leave. This role involves analyzing data and information for quality, consistency, and accuracy using a variety of analytical and sample handling equipment. The successful candidate will maintain accurate and detailed sample, product, and instrument records, contributing to an efficient manufacturing environment.
ResponsibilitiesAnalyze data and information for quality, consistency, and accuracy.Use a variety of analytical and sample handling equipment.Maintain accurate and detailed sample, product, and instrument records.Contribute to and support an efficient manufacturing environment.Comply with certification requirements and safety regulations.Understand and perform necessary emergency, safety, and cleaning procedures.Handle sample and reagent preparations carefully and accurately for analytical and functional assays.Demonstrate behavior consistent with core values.Perform other duties as assigned.Adhere to safety regulations, lab SOPs, and contamination controls.Determine pass/fail status of oligos and materials by reviewing analytical data such as CE, HPLC, pH, Conductivity, Titration, and UV-Vis.Use automated and manual lab equipment accurately, including limited maintenance, decontamination, and troubleshooting activities.Essential SkillsHigh School Diploma or equivalent with 2 years relevant experience required.Associate's degree with 1 year relevant experience or Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.Experience with analytical instrumentation or quality control preferred.Proficiency with computers and variety of software in windows-based environment required.Attention to detail.Strong communication skills.Ability to work as part of a team.Flexibility and adaptability to change.Knowledge of current relevant technological advancements.Ability to perform under stress in emergent, critical, unusual, or dangerous situations.Additional Skills & QualificationsQuality control, biology, GMP, QC, Lab SOPs, safety regulations, chemistry, ISO 9001.2-year degree required, 4-year degree preferred.Open to current students earning their science degree who have completed a majority of their science-based classes.Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.92 - $22.40/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 Coralville,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 14, 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.
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