Lab Technician

4 weeks ago


Cambridge, United States Actalent Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Lab Assistant - In Planta Assay Execution
Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Lab Assistant to support the execution of in planta assays. Responsibilities include planting and maintaining assays, treatment, scoring, and analyzing assay results. You will also aid in upstream microbiological work, including media preparation, enumeration, and culturing of microorganisms using aseptic techniques. Additionally, you will assist in molecular workflows associated with nucleic acid-based assays, including the extraction of nucleic acids, setup, execution, and analysis of PCR and sequencing.

Hard Skills
  • Plant Assay
  • Molecular Biology
  • PCR
  • Nucleic Acid
  • Aseptic Technique
Job Type

This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 3 Month(s).

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Work Environment

This is a part-time role with approximately 25 hours worked per week. It is a 1st shift, Monday to Friday, in a business casual environment.

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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.



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