Lab Technician - Des Moines, United States - Actalent

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    Description

    Description:

    • Lab Technician responsibilities include performing soil processing and measurements
    • Pipette and transfer soil samples
    • Operate Industrial-level equipment for blending soil and water
    • Perform soil analysis techniques like extractions and pH measurements
    • Data entry of soil and/or measurement information
    • Maintain and clean equipment, work areas, and work stations
    • Adhere strictly to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
    • Comply rigorously with laboratory safety requirements
    • Homogenize and subsample soil
    • Conduct daily and weekly equipment maintenance to prevent major failures
    • Perform other related duties as assigned

    Additional Skills & Qualifications:

    A degree is not mandatory but candidates should have SOME lab experience and pipetting knowledge

    Previous successful candidates typically have their AA or BA in Life Sciences, pipetting, and a basic grasp of science concepts such as cross-contamination and precision

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a renowned company in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We support visionary organizations in advancing their engineering and science projects by providing access to specialized experts who drive innovation, scale, and speed to market. With a vast network of around 30,000 consultants and over 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, Actalent caters to many Fortune 500 companies.

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    • Providing growth opportunities for our employees

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