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Job Title: Clinical Mass Spectrometry TechnologistJob Description

We are seeking a dedicated Clinical Mass Spectrometry Technologist to perform analyses on blood, tissue, and body fluids, aiding healthcare providers in the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of patients. The role involves working in specialized laboratories, using both manual techniques and automated testing with sophisticated instruments.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments and troubleshoot assays.

• Evaluate tests for accuracy and assist with interpreting results.

• Provide operational support to optimize testing processes.

• Work with multiple computer systems to retrieve information and report results.

• Strictly adhere to safety protocols when handling infectious specimens, chemicals, and other hazards.

• Assist with specimen collection as needed.

• Perform tasks efficiently under time constraints and in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a human biological science such as Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Animal Science, Marine Biology, or Neuroscience.

• Experience with laboratory instrumentation (GC, LC, HPLC, MS) is preferred.

• Capability to produce accurate results under time constraints and multitask effectively.

• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with others.

• Willingness to accommodate scheduling adjustments, including off-shifts, holidays, on-call, and weekend work assignments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Master's degree accepted, but not a PhD.

• Experience with laboratory practices in a college, research, or clinical setting is a plus but not required.

• Preferred degrees in Chemistry and Biochemistry.

Work Environment

This position has one opening for overnight shifts, with a start time between 9:00 PM and 10:00 PM from Wednesday to Saturday. Full availability for shifts and days, including weekends, is required. The role involves working in a dynamic and fast-paced laboratory environment, primarily utilizing HPLC, LC/MS/MS, or GC/MS technologies. Dress code and safety protocols are strictly enforced. Contract employees receive free bus passes to facilitate commuting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 17, 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.

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