Entry-Level Lab Technician

We are hiring for an Entry-Level Lab Technician here in the Cincinnati, Ohio area! This is a long-term career opportunity for someone looking to get there foot in the door in a pharmaceutical laboratory environment! The hours for this role are day shift, Monday - Friday.

An ideal candidate will have a Bachelors or Associates degree in a hard science (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or a related scientific discipline).

Job Description

We are seeking a Quality Control (QC) Lab Technician in Cincinnati to support routine laboratory testing for raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and stability samples. This role will be performing testing for pharmaceutical products.

Responsibilities

• Prepare solutions for chemical and physical testing on raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and stability samples to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
• Accurately document laboratory activities, test results, and observations in laboratory notebooks and other approved records.
• Operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation, including balances, pH meters, and other analytical equipment as applicable.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness, organization, and safe working conditions in accordance with GMP requirements.
• Assist with inventory management of laboratory supplies, chemicals, standards, and reagents to support uninterrupted laboratory operations.
• Follow all safety procedures, environmental requirements, and company policies while performing laboratory tasks.
• Support internal and external audits and regulatory inspections by providing accurate documentation and demonstrating adherence to procedures.
• Perform all duties in strict compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and safety guidelines.
• Collaborate effectively with team members to meet testing timelines and resolve routine laboratory issues.
• Identify and communicate any deviations, anomalies, or equipment issues to ensure timely corrective actions.

Qualifications:

• Associate"s degree or Bachelor"s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Cincinnati, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Cincinnati,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 15, 2026.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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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