Laboratory Research Assistant

We are hiring for a Laboratory Research Assistant that will primarily be supporting the research by performing mammalian cell cultures! An ideal candidate for this role will have a Bachelors Degree in a Scientific field and at least one year of mammalian cell culture experience from industry or research from school (may be a little flexible if experience is less than a year).

Job Title: Lab Technician

Job Description

The Lab Technician supports cutting-edge laboratory research by performing mammalian and primary cell culture, small-scale ex vivo tissue culture, and a range of molecular and cellular assays. This role focuses on generating high-quality, reproducible data through precise experimental execution, meticulous documentation, and adherence to biosafety and ethical standards. The Lab Technician collaborates closely with cross-functional project teams, contributes to laboratory operations, and helps drive evolving research objectives in a regulated laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain mammalian cell lines using strict aseptic technique, including thawing, expansion, passaging, and cryopreservation.
• Perform routine quality control checks on cell cultures, such as cell counting and viability assessments.
• Prepare, optimize, and maintain cell culture media, supplements, and reagents, including accurate tracking of lot numbers and expiration dates.
• Assist with the receipt, handling, and processing of tissues under BSL-2 and ethical compliance requirements.
• Isolate and culture primary cells and establish small-scale ex vivo tissue or explant cultures under supervision.
• Conduct cell and tissue viability assessments and perform basic phenotyping as directed by project leads.
• Execute and/or assist with laboratory assays including microscopy (brightfield and fluorescence), cell counting and viability assays, ELISA, qPCR, Western blotting, and immunostaining as required by project scope.
• Prepare buffers, stock solutions, and working reagents using accurate calculations for molarity, dilutions, and pH adjustments.
• Collect, organize, summarize, and visualize experimental data while maintaining version-controlled files.
• Maintain complete and accurate records of experiments and procedures in electronic lab notebooks (ELN) and/or LIMS in accordance with SOPs.
• Follow biosafety, chemical safety, and waste disposal guidelines in a BSL-2 environment.
• Support chain-of-custody documentation for human and/or animal tissues and reagents as required.
• Maintain laboratory equipment such as biosafety cabinets, incubators, centrifuges, microscopes, and pipettes, and coordinate servicing and calibration when needed.
• Manage laboratory inventory by ordering consumables, receiving and labeling reagents, and maintaining organized storage systems.
• Present progress updates in team meetings and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Perform additional laboratory or operational tasks that support team objectives and project needs as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, or a related scientific field.
• Minimum of 1 year of hands-on mammalian cell culture experience in an academic or industry setting.

Job Type & Location

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

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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 Cincinnati,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on May 7, 2026.

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• 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.

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