Laboratory Technical Assistant

Job Title: Lab Associate (Microbiology / Molecular Biology)

Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated Laboratory Associate to support microbiology and molecular biology activities in a fast-paced lab environment. This role will focus on media and buffer preparation, fermentation support, and analytical testing using standard laboratory techniques.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare media and buffers to support laboratory operations
• Process fermentation samples using standard analytical techniques
• Perform environmental monitoring and maintain aseptic conditions
• Conduct cell viability assays and protein analysis (PAGE gels)
• Assist with fermentation scale-up activities and analytical equipment operation
• Support microbial identification and perform qPCR analysis
• Maintain accurate documentation of lab activities

Required Skills

• Microbiology techniques
• PCR / qPCR
• Protein purification and analysis
• Cell culture and cell-based assays
• Aseptic technique
• Media, buffer, and sample preparation
• Fermentation processes
• Environmental monitoring

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related field
• 1-2+ years of professional experience (entry-level candidates encouraged to apply)
• 2+ years of hands-on lab experience (academic lab work acceptable)
• Experience with aseptic technique and cell culture

Experience Level

• Intermediate level

Nice to Have

• Experience with fermentation processes
• Exposure to molecular biology techniques (qPCR, microbial ID)
• Familiarity with protein analysis methods

If interested, please reach out directly to Lindsee Allienello at lallienello @ actalentservices.com.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Ipswich, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $26.00/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 Ipswich,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 2026.

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