Lab Technician

Location: Columbus, OH & West Jefferson, OH

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week

Contract Length: 6-month contract with potential for extension or direct hire

Pay Rate: $22.00/hour

Openings: 2

Position Overview

We are seeking motivated Inhalation Technicians to support laboratory research activities within a dynamic life sciences environment. This role is 100% onsite and involves assisting with inhalation studies, aerosol generation and characterization, and laboratory operations that support research, development, and testing programs.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and eager to work in a regulated laboratory setting with opportunities to contribute to scientific and technical projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with in vivo and in vitro inhalation laboratory activities.
• Support aerosol generation, characterization, and related experimental procedures.
• Perform routine laboratory tasks, trials, tests, and experiments under the guidance of senior staff.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Record and verify experimental data, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established procedures.
• Assist with drafting technical documentation and analyzing test results.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), and all safety protocols.
• Handle hazardous materials and chemicals safely and responsibly.
• Complete assigned project tasks within established schedules and budgets.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related scientific or technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• At least 1 year of applicable laboratory, technical, or research experience preferred.
• Demonstrated technical aptitude and ability to perform routine laboratory assignments.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Ability and willingness to wear a respirator and work with hazardous chemicals.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a laboratory environment.
• Experience with inhalation studies, aerosol generation, or aerosol characterization.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to analyze technical data and support experimental investigations.

Interview Process

• One-hour interview conducted via Microsoft Teams or onsite.
• Interview panel typically includes the hiring manager and 1–2 scientific staff members.
• Remote interviews are available for candidates willing to relocate.

Additional Information

• Immediate hiring need.
• Opportunity for long-term employment based on performance and business needs.
• This position offers valuable hands-on experience in a regulated research environment supporting life sciences and inhalation research programs.

HRU is an EOE (Equal Opportunity Employer)

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