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Entry-Level Chemistry Laboratory Technician

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Columbus, OHFull-time$24/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$24/hr
Location
Columbus, OH
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Chemistry Laboratory Technician supports research and development of generic pharmaceutical products through chemical and physical analysis in a regulated laboratory. The role includes preparing samples, conducting wet chemistry and instrumental testing, documenting results, and assisting with method validation and transfer under senior scientists’ guidance. The position is permanent and fully onsite in Columbus, with a weekday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. shift.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Sample Preparation, nice to haveWet Chemistry, nice to haveTitration, nice to havepH Measurement, nice to haveViscosity Analysis, nice to haveHPLC, nice to haveNGI, nice to haveGas Chromatography, nice to haveAnalytical Testing, nice to haveLaboratory Data Analysis, nice to haveAnalytical Troubleshooting, nice to haveMethod Validation, nice to haveMethod Transfer, nice to have

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or Related Field, nice to haveChemistry-Focused Laboratory Research or Industry Experience, nice to have

Benefits

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

Full job description

We are hiring for an Entry-Level Chemistry Lab Technician that will be performing bench testing for Research & Development in the pharmaceutical industry! This is a long-term career opportunity for somebody looking to get their foot in the door in the industry. There will be opportunity to get a significant jump in pay within the first year!

Ideal candidates will range from entry-level graduates with a Bachelors in a Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Science or a similar field, or candidates who

might have some industry experience working in a chemistry lab environment.

Shift: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm

Job Description

This role will be supporting the research and development of generic pharmaceutical products by performing a wide range of chemical and physical analysis. This will be in a state of the art, clean and regulated laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare samples, standards, and dilutions for analytical testing of pharmaceutical materials.

  • Perform wet chemistry testing including titrations, pH measurements, and viscosity analysis.

  • Operate analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, NGI, and Gas Chromatography (GC).

  • Execute testing activities that support product development, lot release, method validation, and regulatory programs.

  • Accurately document laboratory work, observations, and results in compliance with cGxP requirements.

  • Analyze data using laboratory software systems and prepare test results for reporting.

  • Assist with troubleshooting analytical methods and resolving technical challenges.

  • Support method validation and method transfer activities under guidance from sr scientists.

  • Collaborate with Scientists and cross-functional teams to meet project goals and testing timelines.

  • Manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced laboratory environment while maintaining quality and accuracy.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific field.

  • Candidates with other scientific degrees are encouraged to apply if they have chemistry-focused laboratory research/internships/etc. or industry experience.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/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 Permanent position based out of Columbus, OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

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 2,196 open Laboratory Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 11, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$24/hr
  • Ohio median$20–24/hr64 hourly ranges
  • US median$22–26/hr1,064 hourly ranges

This rate, $24/hr, is 4% above the Ohio median midpoint ($23/hr) — in the middle half of Laboratory Technician hourly ranges in Ohio.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 163 open Laboratory Technician jobs in Ohio and 2,196 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Ohio
Experience
Laboratory Technician postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 2 years (919 postings).
Education
280 of the 2,196 open Laboratory Technician jobs (13%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 11, 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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