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Lab Technologist

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Burlington, NCContract$20–22/hrSeen 3 days agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$20–22/hr
Location
Burlington, NC
Schedule
Contract
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree, required

Job overview

Actalent is recruiting Lab Technologists for a contract role in a clinical laboratory, offering recent science graduates hands-on experience with laboratory testing, instrumentation, and quality processes. The position supports patient diagnosis and treatment through accurate testing and reporting. Openings are available on second and third shifts, and the role is fully onsite in Burlington, North Carolina.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Specimen Evaluation, nice to haveLaboratory Testing, nice to haveLaboratory Instrumentation, nice to haveTesting Troubleshooting, nice to haveReagent Validation, nice to haveQuality Control, nice to haveResult Reporting, nice to haveSpecimen Processing, nice to have

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or Related Life Science, required

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Excellent Opportunity for Recent Biology & Chemistry Graduates

Shifts Available:

  • ThursdayMonday: 2:00 PM10:30 PM

Are you a recent Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related Science graduate looking to launch your career in healthcare and laboratory diagnostics? This is an outstanding opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a professional clinical laboratory environment while building valuable technical skills that can serve as a foundation for a long-term career in laboratory science, healthcare, biotechnology, or diagnostics.

Our client is seeking motivated, detail-oriented individuals for 2nd and 3rd shift Technologist openings. Whether you're an experienced laboratory professional or a new graduate eager to apply your education in a real-world setting, this role offers exposure to sophisticated testing methodologies, laboratory instrumentation, and quality-driven processes that directly impact patient care.

What You'll Do

  • Determine specimen acceptability according to established laboratory criteria.

  • Perform routine and complex laboratory testing following standard operating procedures.

  • Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation.

  • Make technical decisions related to testing and problem-solving.

  • Prepare, evaluate, and validate reagents and quality control materials.

  • Accurately report test results to support patient diagnosis and treatment.

  • Perform preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.

  • Maintain laboratory inventory and replenish supplies as needed.

  • Assist with specimen processing and laboratory workflow.

  • Follow all laboratory safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in:

  • Biology

  • Chemistry

  • Clinical Laboratory Science

  • Medical Technology

  • Other qualifying life science disciplines that meet applicable CLIA and state requirements

Why This Role is Great for New Graduates

  • Put your science degree to work immediately in a professional laboratory setting.

  • Develop highly sought-after technical and analytical skills.

  • Gain experience with advanced laboratory instrumentation and testing procedures.

  • Learn from experienced laboratory professionals.

  • Build a strong foundation for future careers in healthcare, diagnostics, biotechnology, research, or laboratory leadership.

  • Make a meaningful impact by contributing to accurate patient testing and care.

Schedule

2nd Shift Openings Available

Apply TodayIf you're a recent science graduate looking for a career-building opportunity where your education can make a real difference, we'd love to speak with you. Apply today to learn more about these exciting 2nd and 3rd shift laboratory openings.Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Burlington, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Burlington, NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Burlington,NC.

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.

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 [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

How this job compares

Set against the 440 open Clinical Laboratory jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$20–22/hr
  • US median$28–40/hr213 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $21/hr, is 40% below the US median midpoint ($35/hr) — in the lowest quarter of Clinical Laboratory hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 18 open Clinical Laboratory jobs in North Carolina and 440 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
Clinical Laboratory postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 4 years (195 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 141 of the 440 open Clinical Laboratory jobs (32%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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