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Quality Control Laboratory Technician

Adecco Healthcare & Life Sciences is hiring for a leading organization in the life sciences industry recognized for developing and manufacturing products that support global health and scientific advancement. This is an exciting contract opportunity for a laboratory professional looking to gain hands-on experience across quality control testing, GMP laboratory operations, and regulated product release activities.

Pay Rate: $22.00/hour
Location: Charles City, IA
Position Type: 1 year Contract with possibility for more based on performance

Position Summary

The Quality Control Laboratory Technician will support regulated laboratory operations through a structured assignment that provides exposure to two key areas of the product release process.

During the first portion of the contract, this role will support Bacteriology/Immunology Quality Control laboratory operations, performing routine testing, sample preparation, documentation, and laboratory support activities within a GMP environment.

During the second portion of the contract, the role will transition into clinical/animal-side operations, supporting product release studies, laboratory testing activities, and regulated animal care procedures while following strict quality, safety, and animal welfare standards.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, comfortable working in a regulated laboratory environment, and interested in gaining experience across multiple areas of quality and product release operations.

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Key ResponsibilitiesBacteriology/Immunology QC Laboratory Support

• Perform routine laboratory testing of manufacturing samples to support product quality and release activities.

• Execute basic laboratory techniques including pipetting, sample preparation, and assay support.

• Prepare media, reagents, and laboratory materials following established procedures.

• Support media fill inspections and routine QC laboratory activities.

• Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with cGMP, GLP, and data integrity requirements.

• Complete laboratory records, testing documentation, and required electronic entries accurately and consistently.

• Maintain laboratory equipment, instrumentation, and work areas in a clean and compliant condition.

• Support inventory tracking and preparation of laboratory supplies and reagents.

• Assist with laboratory investigations, data collection, and assigned quality projects.

• Develop familiarity with QC systems including MODA EM, zLIMS, SAP, or comparable laboratory platforms.

• Follow all laboratory safety procedures and quality standards.

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Clinical / Animal-Side Product Release Support

• Support product release safety and potency testing activities under supervision.

• Follow established procedures related to laboratory animal handling, testing activities, and documentation.

• Maintain compliance with animal welfare standards, including applicable IACUC and AAALAC guidelines.

• Accurately record observations, testing results, and laboratory activities.

• Report deviations, concerns, or unusual findings to senior team members.

• Assist with maintaining inventory of laboratory supplies, equipment, and animal-related materials.

• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant work areas.

• Support laboratory investigations through documentation review, data collection, and reporting.

• Develop understanding of animal usage protocols (AUPs) and site-specific requirements.

• Collaborate with team members to support efficient testing schedules and product release activities.

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Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, Immunology, Animal Science, or related scientific field preferred.

• Ability to follow written procedures, SOPs, work instructions, and quality documentation requirements.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate records.

• Comfortable working in a regulated environment requiring adherence to GMP/GLP, safety, and quality standards.

• Ability and willingness to support both laboratory and animal/clinical environments during the assignment.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with aseptic technique, microbiology, immunology testing, or laboratory bench work.

• Familiarity with cGMP documentation practices and quality investigations.

• Experience using laboratory information systems (LIMS), MODA EM, SAP, or similar platforms.

• Previous experience working with laboratory animals or exposure to IACUC/AUP requirements.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

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Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work performed in controlled laboratory and animal facility environments.

• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Must follow biosafety and facility entry/exit procedures.

• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive laboratory tasks including pipetting.

• Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 pounds as required.

• Must demonstrate commitment to quality, safety, data integrity, and ethical laboratory practices.

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Additional Onboarding Requirements

• Enhanced background check required prior to start.

• Pulmonary fit testing required as part of onboarding.

• Candidates should be prepared to complete these requirements as part of the pre-employment process.

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Why Work for Adecco Healthcare & Life Sciences?

When you join Adecco Healthcare & Life Sciences, you gain access to competitive pay, weekly pay options, benefits eligibility, and opportunities to build valuable experience with leading organizations in the life sciences industry.

Our team provides ongoing support throughout your assignment, including career guidance, professional development resources, and opportunities to expand your laboratory experience within regulated healthcare and life sciences environments.

Pay Details: $21.00 to $22.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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