Entry Level Programmer Jobs in Rochester, MN (NOW HIRING)

Job Description

This Clinical Laboratory Technician role supports a high-volume Antibody Immunology Laboratory that performs specialized testing to detect and quantify human antibodies and autoantibodies associated with autoimmune inflammatory diseases. You will work in a fast-paced clinical environment, strictly follow analytical procedures, and contribute to accurate and timely test results that directly impact patient care. The position offers strong opportunities for career growth within a leading healthcare organization and serves as an excellent entry point for a long-term laboratory career.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of immunology-based assays, including Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), Electrochemiluminescence (ECL), Fluorescence Enzyme Immunoassay (FEIA), Indirect Immunofluorescence (IFA), and Multiplex Flow Immunoassay, following established laboratory protocols.
• Receive, label, and process clinical specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling, storage, and preparation for testing.
• Strictly follow analytical procedures and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all tests and instrumentation used in the Antibody Immunology Laboratory.
• Set up, operate, and monitor laboratory instruments and equipment, ensuring they function correctly throughout the testing process.
• Perform routine and advanced troubleshooting on laboratory instruments and assays to resolve technical issues and maintain continuous workflow.
• Evaluate assay performance and quality control results, identifying trends or deviations and taking appropriate corrective actions when necessary.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a human biological science is required; acceptable degrees include Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Animal Science, Marine Biology, Neuroscience, or similar disciplines.

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

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/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 Rochester,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 13, 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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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.