Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Technician

Employer

Talent Software Services, Inc.

Location

Reading, Massachusetts, US

Salary

Competitive

Closing date

Jul 10, 2025

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Laboratory Technician

Job Summary: Talent Software Services is in search of a Laboratory Technician for a contract position in Boston, MA. The opportunity will be six months months with a strong chance for a long-term extension.

Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

Conduct chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials for research and development of new products or processes, quality control, maintenance of environmental standards, and other work involving experimental, theoretical, or practical application of chemistry and related sciences.

Optimize lab procedures and succeed in producing reliable and important results that can be used to make a difference.

Responsible for handling sensitive equipment to analyze samples or substances and conduct tests reporting findings to a laboratory manager.

Receive, label and analyze samples (blood, toxic, tissue etc.)

Design and execute laboratory testing according standard procedures, make observations and interpret findings

Conduct experiments under defined conditions to verify/reject various types of hypotheses using refined scientific methods

Organize and store all chemicals substances, fluids and compressed gases according to safety instructions

Record all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibility

Maintain equipment and assist in ordering laboratory supplies

Ensure that all safety guidelines are followed strictly at all times and maintain a clean and orderly environment

Qualifications:

Handling delicate small parts

Navigating around PC & entering data

Working on test method instrumentation

Degree in related discipline (Chemistry, Biology, ect) and/or equivalent work experience

Knowledge of complex laboratory techniques, equipment, terminology, materials and substances.

Skilled in the use of laboratory equipment, ability to create and analyze statistical calculations and prepare reports required

If this is a match for your background, we would be honored to receive your application!

Providing consulting opportunities to TALENTed people since 1987, we offer a host of opportunities including contract, contract to hire and permanent placement. Let's talk!