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Actalent Laboratory Aliquoting Intern in San Carlos, California

Description:

Preparing aliquots of human plasma samples for testing

Receiving, shipping, and keeping inventory of samples

Identifying discrepancies and special handling samples

Pipetting and centrifuging plasma samples

Running protocols on a Hamilton ML Star automated liquid handler

Working with dry ice and frozen samples

Interacting with LIMS

Ensuring highly reproducible, error-free operations and strict compliance with protocols

Troubleshooting in case of malfunction

Following all PPE requirements, safety regulations and proper disposal of bio-hazardous material

Following company policies and Standard Operating Procedures

Working with another individual as a team

This role operates in laboratory environment.

This role routinely uses laboratory equipment and requires the use of PPE.

Must be able to meet physical demands of the position, including:

Standing for long periods of time. Estimate 80% of time is spent standing and 20% spent sitting.

Have frequent need to perform the following physical activities: bend/stoop/squat and reach above shoulders, lift up to 20 lbs.

No travel is expected for this position.

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Skills:

pipetting, aliquoting, biology, chemistry

Education:

BA (or presently in college) in relevant field (chemistry, biochemistry, biology, medical) + minimum 1 year industrial or academic laboratory experience

Skills

Pipetting

Centrifugation

Working with biohazardous materials

Computer literacy, Windows operating system

Nice to Have:

Working with human plasma

Spectrophotometry using a plate reader

Operation of robotic liquid handlers

Operation or programming of Hamilton ML Star is a plus

Experience Level:

Entry Level

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent

  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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