Lab Technician

Job Title: Assay Development Lab Technician

Job Description

The Assay Development Lab Technician supports the development of diagnostic products by performing hands-on laboratory work in a regulated environment, following approved standard operating procedures and Good Laboratory Practices. This role focuses on generating test samples, executing end-to-end assay runs and robustness testing on diagnostic devices, performing quality control testing, and maintaining laboratory equipment and facilities. The technician collaborates closely with assay development, quality, regulatory, and production teams to generate high-quality data, document results and observations clearly, and prepare test records and reports suitable for internal review and regulatory submissions. Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, comfort working with biological samples, and the ability to consistently follow written procedures while accurately documenting results in accordance with Good Documentation Practices.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced diagnostic product development environment to support assay development activities.
• Execute laboratory work in accordance with approved procedures, protocols, and standard operating procedures while adhering to Good Laboratory Practices.
• Generate test samples and perform end-to-end assay runs and robustness testing on diagnostic devices to support verification of product performance.
• Conduct quality control testing on diagnostic devices, reagents, and samples as required to ensure consistent and reliable results.
• Clearly document test results, observations, deviations, and relevant environmental or procedural conditions, maintaining accurate records in accordance with Good Documentation Practices to support internal reports and regulatory submissions.
• Support investigations of unexpected results, failed runs, process deviations, and product nonconformances by performing additional testing and providing detailed documentation.
• Clean, maintain, and verify laboratory equipment and facilities in accordance with established schedules and procedures to ensure a safe and functional laboratory environment.
• Operate standard laboratory equipment and instruments while handling biological samples and reagents safely and effectively.
• Follow applicable biosafety, chemical safety, waste disposal, contamination control, and environmental, health, and safety procedures at all times.
• Use software tools for communication, data collection, documentation, and reporting, including spreadsheets, word processing tools, presentations, and shared document systems.
• Manage multiple laboratory activities or test runs simultaneously while maintaining accuracy, organization, and compliance with procedures.
• Collaborate with quality and regulatory teams by providing complete and accurate test records, summaries, and supporting documentation as needed.

Essential Skills

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Medical Laboratory Science, or a related scientific discipline preferred.
• Experience with basic laboratory techniques, including accurate pipetting, sample handling, reagent preparation, labeling, aliquoting, and data recording.
• Ability to follow detailed written procedures, standard operating procedures, work instructions, and test protocols consistently and accurately.
• Experience handling biological samples while following appropriate biosafety practices, including working in or around biosafety cabinets in a BSL-2 laboratory environment.
• Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practices, contamination control principles, chemical safety requirements, and biological waste disposal procedures.
• Comfort using software tools for communication, data collection, documentation, and reporting, including spreadsheets, word processing, presentation tools, and shared document systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to document results clearly and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team while managing multiple laboratory activities or test runs.
• Attention to detail and commitment to following Good Documentation Practices in a regulated laboratory environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience supporting assay development, molecular diagnostics, in vitro diagnostic (IVD) products, or point-of-care diagnostic systems in regulated quality system environments.
• Familiarity with working under GMP, GLP, ISO standards, FDA Quality System Regulations, or similar regulated frameworks.
• Experience performing design verification, robustness testing, or process validation activities for diagnostic products.
• Experience preparing test records, test summaries, technical reports, or documentation used to support regulatory submissions.
• Knowledge of quality control principles as applied to laboratory testing and diagnostic product development.
• Experience or coursework in chemistry, biology, or related laboratory sciences that supports work in an assay development environment.

Work Environment

This role operates in a regulated laboratory environment focused on diagnostic product development and verification. The technician works primarily at the bench, handling biological samples and reagents in a BSL-2 setting and using standard laboratory equipment, including pipettes, biosafety cabinets, and other analytical instruments. The position requires strict adherence to Good Laboratory Practices, Good Documentation Practices, and applicable quality system requirements such as GMP, ISO standards, and FDA Quality System Regulations. The work involves routine use of computers and common software tools for data collection, analysis, documentation, and communication. The environment is fast-paced and collaborative, with frequent interaction among assay development, quality, regulatory, and production teams. Safety is a core focus, with established procedures for biosafety, chemical safety, contamination control, and proper handling and disposal of biological and chemical waste. Attire typically includes appropriate laboratory clothing and personal protective equipment suitable for work with biological samples and chemicals.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Guilford, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/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 Guilford,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 17, 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.

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