Lab Technician

Job Title:

Lab Technician

Our client is seeking a Lab Technician to join their laboratory team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on lab work, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in maintaining accuracy and organization throughout the testing process. The technician will play a key role in handling incoming samples, preparing materials for analysis, and supporting daily laboratory operations.

Key Responsibilities

+ Retrieve incoming samples and prepare them for testing and analysis.

+ Perform a variety of sample preparation activities, including:

+ Ali quoting samples

+ Sample spiking and tracing

+ Preparing reagents and solutions

+ Bottling samples

+ Preparing concentrations and dilutions

+ Sample separation and sonication

+ Liquid rack setup

+ Review and resolve sample discrepancies to ensure accurate labeling and traceability.

+ Maintain detailed and accurate laboratory records, including test results, sample tracking documents, bench sheets, and logbooks.

+ Clean and maintain laboratory glassware and equipment.

+ Monitor, organize, and replenish laboratory supplies and inventory.

+ Support general laboratory housekeeping and maintenance activities.

+ Follow established SOPs, quality standards, and safety procedures.

+ Assist with additional laboratory projects and operational needs as required.

Qualifications

+ High School Diploma or GED required.

+ 0-2 years of laboratory experience preferred.

+ Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

+ Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

+ Effective written and verbal communication skills.

+ Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.

+ Familiarity with laboratory techniques, equipment, and testing methods.

+ Ability to accurately document, analyze, and record laboratory data.

Why This Opportunity?

+ Hands-on laboratory role with direct involvement in the processing and preparation of all incoming samples.

+ Opportunity to gain exposure to a wide variety of laboratory procedures and techniques.

+ Collaborative team environment with consistent responsibilities and workflow.

Schedule & Work Environment

+ 32 hours per week

+ Monday: 11:30 AM start, 8-hour shift

+ Tuesday-Friday: 11:30 AM start, 6+ hour shifts

100% onsite laboratory environment

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Exeter, NH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Exeter,NH.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 2026.

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