Location: Farmington, CT
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Schedule: Rotating Shifts
Monday–Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PMTuesday–Saturday: Early release around 1:30 PM on SaturdaysAbout the Role:We’re seeking a detail-orientedLab Technicianto join a small microbiology testing lab focused on food safety and quality. This is acontract-to-hireopportunity ideal for candidates looking to grow their lab experience in a laid-back but fast-paced environment. You’ll be responsible for preparing samples, running pathogen tests, and supporting various microbiological procedures.
Key Responsibilities:Set up samples and run pathogen tests using PCR and other lab instrumentationConduct microbiology testing on food samplesPerform titrations and pipetting with precisionApply aseptic techniques in sterile processing environmentsAccurately enter data and adapt to changing workflowsMust-Have Skills:Experience withPCR,pipetting, andmicrobiologyStrong understanding ofaseptic techniquesandsterile processingAbility to adapt to fluctuating workflowsExcellent attention to detail and data entry accuracyPreferred Qualifications:1–2 years of lab experience with a degree, or 4–5 years without a degreeFamiliarity with food testing environmentsSkills in titration and small-scale lab instrumentationWork Environment:Small microbiology lab focused on sample testing for client dataNo manufacturing—purely analytical workRelaxed atmosphere with variable workflow based on client demandGreat stepping stone for career growth in the lab sciencesWhy Join Us?This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a specialized lab setting. The company owner is well-connected in the industry and encourages career development, making this a great launchpad for future opportunities.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/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 Farmington,CT.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 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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