Temp Lab Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

As a Lab Assistant, you will play a crucial role in processing raw biological materials, primarily cow and pig blood, by separating the red and white blood cells to support the production of calibrators for hematology instruments. Your responsibilities include maintaining and cleaning production equipment and containers after processing runs in an FDA-regulated lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate centrifuges and clean dishware.
• Wrap cleaned equipment for further sterilization.
• Batch and label products accurately.
• Document results and processes, referencing past batch records.
• Understand and adhere to lab protocols and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), including regulatory awareness of chemical handling and hazards, compliance, and proper equipment use.
• Follow daily work instructions and priorities as set by the supervisor with a commitment to safety.
• Participate in continuous process improvement efforts and identify areas for improvement.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• General laboratory skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Knowledge of chemistry.
• Ability to follow SOPs.
• Comfortable working with pig and cow blood.
• Math skills required for dilutions.

• Bachelor's degree in science (preferred).
• Able to work both as a team and independently (verified by references).

The lab is located in a well-lit basement where Lab Assistants will be on their feet all day, wearing a lab coat, goggles, and hairnet. Headphones are permitted while working. This clean environment involves handling large amounts of blood to remove red and white blood cells. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm, with little overtime or weekend work. Remote work is not available.

Job Type & Location

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

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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 Minneapolis,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 16, 2026.

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