Job Title: Lab Operations Technician

Job Description

Handling and collecting blood from horseshoe crabs, and processing the blood in a laboratory setting. Selected workers will be trained on all SOP’s and cGMP’s, as well as general aseptic processing and disinfecting techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the horseshoe crab blood collection process per approved SOP's; Includes setting-up and preparing the collection area, cleaning and preparing crabs, aseptically collecting blood, and cleaning and disinfecting the area at the end of the day.
• Assist in crab blood processing per approved SOP's; Includes all Processing lab assignments – centrifuging, pipetting, sonication, solution preparation, and cleaning and disinfecting the area at the end of the day.
• Aseptically handle filled and unfilled collection bottles in and out of bio-safety cabinets (hoods).
• Timely and accurate completion of all required paperwork entries per SOP’s.
• Clean and maintain production equipment.
• Tag crabs with US Fish & Wildlife tags.

Essential Skills

• Specimen processing
• Accessioning
• Lab testing
• Laboratory
• Chemistry
• Biology
• GMP
• Microbiology
• Medical terminology
• Molecular biology
• Data entry
• Quality control

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in a production environment and B.S degree in a scientific related field is desirable or HS diploma.
• Ability to follow written procedures and carry out those procedures to completeness.
• Organization skills, time management skills, and excellent attendance.
• Written and oral communication skills.
• Teamwork - willing to work closely with others to meet departmental objectives.
• Math and computer skills.

Work Environment

The work schedule is Monday-Friday, starting at 5:30am until finished, usually between 4:00-4:30pm. This may include working 4 or 5 days depending on hours worked. Working conditions vary from the laboratory environment to crab-holding areas. Some overtime work will be required. The role may involve long periods of standing, heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs), repetitive motions, and exposure to chemical hazards. Daily cleaning with strong disinfectant solutions is required, so persons with sensitivity or allergies to cleaning and disinfecting solutions should not apply.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $18.00/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 Salisbury,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 23, 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.

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.

Salary : $17 - $18