Entry Level Science Jobs in Columbus, OH (NOW HIRING)

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Actalent is seeking an entry level lab technician to join the R&D team at a food and beverage company. This team works on different beverage products (i.e. coffee, creamers). This individual will be working in a general scientific lab and will be optimizing and performing experiments. Preparing samples, testing samples, setting up tastings, cleaning the environment and doing technical tasting before the product goes to sensory testing. This team needs someone who is very methodical, comfortable working closely with scientists, and brings an energetic comfortability to the team. The team does lab tests like moisture, pH, titrators, particle size other tests.

The position is based in an R&D science and technology lab. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM.

Responsibilities

• Receive, process, and track analytical sample requests.
• Perform routine in-house chemical and physical testing.
• Prepare and conduct bench and mid-scale trials.
• Monitor and maintain basic analytical equipment.
• Maintain the laboratory in a safe and clean environment.
• Accurately document analytical analysis.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.

Essential Skills

• Sample preparation
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Microbiology
• Testing

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree or Bachelor's degree in a Science-related field with one year of related experience, or a High School diploma (or GED) with 2-3 years of related experience.
• Excellent planning and organization skills.
• Ability to accurately perform analytical procedures and administrative tasks.
• Good communication skills.
• Computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Work Environment

The position is based in a science and technology lab. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Marysville, OH.

The pay range for this position is $19.50 - $20.00/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 Marysville,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 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.

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