Laboratory Analyst

Laboratory Analyst | Lodi, CA

 

Kickstart your scientific career in Molecular Diagnostics!

 

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking innovative and highly motivated Laboratory Analysts for a 12-month contract role with a premier Molecular and Diagnostics company in Lodi, CA. This is an exceptional opportunity for recent Life Science graduates or individuals with GMP manufacturing experience to gain hands-on experience in a high-paced, state-of-the-art production laboratory.

 

Pay & Shift Schedules

	
• Day Shift: $26.00/hr
  
  	

• Swing Shift: $28.08/hr (includes shift differential)
  
  	

• Duration: 12-Month Contract
  
  

 

Available Schedules (10-hour shifts):

	
• Shift 1: Sun–Wed | 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  
  	

• Shift 2: Wed–Sat | 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  
  	

• Shift 3: Sun–Wed | 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM
  
  	

• Shift 4: Wed–Sat | 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM
  
  

 

The Role: What You’ll Do

As a Laboratory Analyst, you will support the Bulk Buffer, Reagents, and Bead production labs. This is a dynamic, “hands-on” role that combines technical science with active production.

	
• Manufacturing & Formulation: Execute bulk buffer formulation, aliquoting, and labeling of reagents.
  
  	

• Specialized Production: Operate “beadulators” for bead dropping, manage sieving processes, and load/unload lyophilizers (freeze-dryers).
  
  	

• Analytical Testing: Perform critical quality checks including pH, density, conductivity, and UV Spectrophotometry.
  
  	

• Quality & Compliance: Maintain “Right First Time” (RFT) documentation in accordance with cGDP (Good Documentation Practices) and SOPs .
  
  	

• Safety & Maintenance: Work safely with hazardous chemicals, manage inventory, and identify equipment defects or process improvements.
  
  

 

Physical Requirements

This is a very active, physical role within a production environment.

	
• Lifting/Moving: Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 25 lbs consistently throughout a 10-hour shift.
  
  	

• Heavy Equipment: Ability to transport materials up to 400 lbs using appropriate machinery or equipment assistance.
  
  	

• Stamina: Must be able to stand for several hours and perform repetitive arm/wrist motions.
  
  

 

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates who meet one of the following educational/experience tracks:

	
• Recent Graduate: BS in Life Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Biotech, etc.) with 0–1 years of experience.
  
  	

• Technical/Associate Degree: AA or Trade Degree with 1–2 years of related lab/manufacturing experience.
  
  	

• Experienced Professional: High School Diploma with 2–4 years of related work experience.
  
  

 

Core Skills:

	
• Ability to strictly follow GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), GLP , and ISO standards.
  
  	

• Strong communication skills; able to understand and execute complex Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  
  	

• Bonus Points: Previous experience with Lyophilizers, Molecular assays, or analytical scales is a plus!
  
  

 

What Happens Next?

Once you apply, a Kelly® recruiter will reach out if your skills are a match.

Important Application Note: To submit your application into the client’s system, your recruiter will ask for your Month and Day of Birth (not the year). This is a required step for this specific client.

 

Apply today to join the Kelly® Science & Clinical network and take the next step in your scientific career!

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