Analytical Laboratory Technician

Start Your Career in Analytical Testing

Join a laboratory team that tests food and dietary supplement products. In this hands-on role, you'll learn analytical testing techniques, work with laboratory instrumentation, and build valuable experience in a fast-paced scientific environment.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and analyze food and supplement samples
• Perform routine laboratory testing and sample extractions
• Operate laboratory equipment including GC instrumentation, balances, and pipettes
• Document results and maintain accurate laboratory records
• Follow established laboratory procedures and quality standards
• Work with a collaborative team to meet testing goals and deadlines

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related science field, OR Associate's degree with laboratory experience
• Laboratory experience through coursework, internships, research, or industry experience
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience with GC, HPLC, or other analytical instrumentation is a plus

Why Join Us?

• Great opportunity to launch a career in the laboratory field
• Hands-on experience with analytical testing and instrumentation
• Learn from experienced scientists and chemists
• Opportunities for training, growth, and advancement
• Stable schedule and collaborative team environment

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys science, likes hands-on laboratory work, and wants to develop technical skills in a growing laboratory environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Madison, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.89 - $22.89/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Madison,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

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.

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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.