Laboratory Technician with Security Clearance

Location: Great Lakes

Secret Cleared Laboratory Technician
Great Lakes, IL (On-Site)
6-Month Contract-to-Hire
$20-$25/hr W2 + Benefits Insight Global is seeking a Secret Cleared Laboratory Technician to support the Armed Forces Forensic Toxicology Drug Testing Laboratory located at Naval Station Great Lakes. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission that directly supports the U.S. military. The team processes and evaluates drug testing specimens for service members, ensuring the highest standards of accuracy, integrity, and professionalism.

This is a 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity with strong long-term potential. The program currently has over two years of funded work remaining and is expected to continue beyond that. What You'll Do:
Receive, evaluate, and prepare specimen submissions for forensic testing
Process and track samples through the laboratory workflow
Verify specimen integrity and ensure compliance with established procedures
Assist with laboratory operations and departmental support activities
Maintain detailed documentation and chain-of-custody procedures
Work closely with experienced laboratory technicians and government personnel Requirements:
Active Secret Clearance
Experience working in a laboratory environment or handling specimens
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow documented procedures
Ability to work on-site Monday-Friday
Professional communication skills and willingness to learn Nice to Have:
Experience in medical, biological, environmental, pharmaceutical, forensic, or research laboratories
Specimen processing or accessioning experience
Military or government laboratory exposure Why Join? Entry-level friendly for candidates with laboratory exposure
Direct support of a mission critical DoD program
Stable 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity
Long-term program with strong funding outlook
Day shift schedule (typically 8:00 AM-5:00 PM)
Collaborative team environment consisting of laboratory professionals and government personnel If you're looking to grow your laboratory career while supporting a mission that impacts military readiness, we'd love to speak with you.