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Laboratory Technician I

$19.85 - $26.49 per hour
Full-time

CellCarta

Laboratory Technician I 

Ready to kick-start your career in laboratory sciences? CellCarta, a leading Contract Research Organization, is looking for a Laboratory Technician I to support sample preparation, histology workflows, slide processing, quality control, and laboratory operations. Join a collaborative team working to advance research through high-quality laboratory services and scientific solutions.

Summary

The Laboratory Technician I supports laboratory operations by preparing and processing tissue and blood specimens, performing histology procedures, conducting quality control activities, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring accurate documentation. This role plays an important part in delivering high-quality laboratory services while adhering to established quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and assemble tissue specimens, slides, and blocks for sectioning and staining
  • Label, organize, and perform quality control checks on slides and related materials
  • Perform histology procedures, including H&E staining, FFPE slide processing, coverslipping, and sample preparation for immunohistochemistry (IHC)
  • Process blood and bone marrow specimens according to established SOPs and study protocols
  • Prepare reagents and solutions following approved laboratory procedures
  • Accurately document laboratory activities and enter specimen data into tracking systems and spreadsheets
  • Monitor laboratory inventory and assist with ordering supplies and receiving materials
  • Perform routine equipment maintenance and support preventive maintenance activities
  • Maintain organized laboratory records, archives, and documentation
  • Follow all laboratory quality, safety, and compliance requirements
  • Support additional laboratory and administrative activities as required

Qualifications

  • Required
    • Associate's or bachelor's degree in a biological or health science discipline
    • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
    • Ability to follow SOPs and work accurately in a fast-paced laboratory environment 
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills
    • Ability to read technical documents, protocols, safety procedures, and laboratory records written in English
  • Preferred 
    • Previous laboratory experience in histology, pathology, life sciences, or a related field
    • Experience handling blood, bone marrow, or tissue specimens
    • Familiarity with H&E staining, IHC preparation, or FFPE sample processing
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
    • Knowledge of GCP, GDP, or GLP guidelines

Working Conditions

  • Monday to Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (40 hours per week)
  • 100% onsite

What We Can Offer

  • Competitive wages ($19.85 - $26.49 USD per hour)
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with a healthy match 
  • Vacation and sick time
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Referral Program

About CellCarta

CellCarta is a leading provider of specialized precision medicine laboratory services to the biopharmaceutical industry. Leveraging its integrated analytical platforms in immunology, histopathology, proteomics, and genomics, as well as related specimen collection and logistics services, CellCarta supports the entire drug development cycle, from discovery to late-stage clinical trials. The Company operates globally with facilities located in Canada, USA, Belgium, Australia, and China.

Joining CellCarta means working with dedicated professionals who are focused on achieving our mission of impacting the future of patient therapy. We make a difference in the lives of patients around the world! 

Join us as we make an impact on patient therapy!

 

The information collected to review your application will be processed by the human resources services of CellCarta Biosciences Inc. and its affiliates (collectively, “CellCarta”). The legal basis for this processing is the legitimate interest of CellCarta to evaluate the suitability of candidates for the roles available at CellCarta.

CellCarta will only process that information which is necessary to evaluate your application. This information includes identifying information such as your name, address, email address and phone number, as well as information about your education and professional experience, including previous positions and your CV. Such information is required for us to complete your applicant file, assess your suitability for the role and comply with applicable laws. CellCarta may obtain personal information from other sources, such as during reference, background, or employment checks, with your permission, and from third party sources such as recruitment and assessment sites or professional social media sites, in each case only if such information is relevant to reviewing your application. Your personal information will be retained only for so long as reasonably necessary and in accordance with applicable laws. This information will be processed confidentially and only accessed by those who have a need for the recruitment process. Please note that the information comprising your applicant file may be processed in a country that is not where you are located (for example, you might be in the European Economic Area or Québec, Canada, whereas your applicant file may be reviewed by CellCarta in the United States). If you are offered and accept employment with CellCarta Biosciences Inc. or one of its affiliates, the information collected will become part of your employment record. If you do not want us to retain your information, or want us to update it, please contact View email address on us.fitly.work .

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