Lab Technician

Job Description

The Laboratory Technician position involves detailed testing and the use of equipment for data collection and some analysis. The role may occasionally require contact with internal and external customers and vendors. The primary responsibilities include performing chemical and physical analyses and tests required for research, development, or quality control of processes or products to support the Research and Development Scientist.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory tests to assist scientists in making qualitative or quantitative analyses of materials using techniques such as chromatography, spectroscopy, and microscopy.
• Perform routine analyses to check the accuracy, applicability, and reasonableness of test data.
• Record data and prepare simple charts or graphs.
• Accurately follow work instructions along with established operating procedures and test methods.
• Maintain and clean laboratory instruments or equipment.
• Provide and maintain a safe work environment by participating in safety programs, committees, or teams and by conducting laboratory/plant safety audits.
• Provide technical support or assistance to engineers.

• Quality assurance testing
• Ceramics
• Materials science
• Laboratory operations
• Quality control
• Chromatography
• Spectroscopy
• Microscopy

• 1-3 years of related laboratory experience
• Degrees in Material Science, Geology, or Chemistry preferred

The position is based on-site in a lab environment. Part of the work involves operating a 50-foot chamber that goes into the ground for compacting powders to do moisture readings. The shift hours are 7 am - 3:30 pm or 8 am - 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, with some flexibility.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $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 Pittsburgh,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 13, 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.

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.

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