Lab Technician

The Lab Technician will be responsible for handling and collecting blood from horseshoe crabs and processing the blood in a laboratory setting. The role involves training in standard operating procedures (SOPs), current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), general aseptic processing, and disinfecting techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the horseshoe crab blood collection process per approved SOPs, including setting up and preparing the collection area, cleaning and preparing crabs, aseptically collecting blood, and cleaning and disinfecting the area at the end of the day.
• Assist in crab blood processing per approved SOPs, including all processing lab assignments such as centrifuging, pipetting, sonication, solution preparation, and cleaning and disinfecting the area at the end of the day.
• Aseptically handle filled and unfilled collection bottles in and out of bio-safety cabinets (hoods).
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of all required paperwork entries per SOPs.
• Clean and maintain production equipment.
• Tag crabs with US Fish & Wildlife tags.

• Specimen processing
• Accessioning
• Lab testing
• Knowledge of laboratory, chemistry, biology, GMP, microbiology, medical terminology, molecular biology, and data entry
• Quality control

• 1-2 years experience in a production environment is desirable
• B.S. degree in a scientific-related field is desirable or a high school diploma
• Ability to follow written procedures and carry them out to completeness
• Organizational skills, time management skills, and excellent attendance
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Teamwork skills and willingness to work closely with others to meet departmental objectives
• Math and computer skills

The work schedule is Monday-Friday, starting at 5:30 am until finished, usually between 4:00-4:30 pm. The job might require working 4 or 5 days depending on hours worked. Working conditions vary from the laboratory environment to crab-holding areas. Some overtime work will be required. The role may involve long periods of standing, heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs), repetitive motions, and exposure to chemical hazards. Daily cleaning with strong disinfectant solutions is required. Persons with sensitivity or allergies to cleaning and disinfecting solutions should not apply.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of SALISBURY, MD.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $18.00/hr.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in SALISBURY,MD.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 14, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.