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Actalent

Clinical Lab Analyst

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A Laboratory Analyst performs tasks in a laboratory such as conducting tests and analyzing the results, maintaining work spaces and preparing experiments.

$53,372 / year median in the U.S.

+3% projected growth

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Job Description Clinical Lab Analyst (Overnight Shift) This is a great opportunity to join a high-complexity clinical laboratory that plays a critical role in newborn screening programs. In this position, you'll work with advanced laboratory technologies to help identify potentially life-threatening conditions in newborns, directly supporting positive patient outcomes. You'll perform testing on newborn blood spot specimens using a variety of techniques including immunoassay, enzyme assays, electrophoresis, HPLC, tandem mass spectrometry, and molecular methods. Responsibilities include operating and maintaining laboratory instrumentation, reviewing and documenting test results, performing quality control procedures, troubleshooting equipment and assay issues, and ensuring accurate, timely reporting of results. The lab operates 24/7, providing excellent hands-on experience with sophisticated instrumentation and high-throughput testing workflows. Analysts rotate through multiple testing areas, offering broad technical exposure and opportunities to expand their skill set through ongoing training and cross-training. What makes this role stand out: Hands-on experience with advanced clinical laboratory technologies Opportunity to support meaningful newborn screening programs Strong focus on quality assurance, data analysis, and continuous improvement Exposure to molecular testing, mass spectrometry, HPLC, and other specialized methodologies Collaborative team environment with extensive learning and growth opportunities
Schedule:
Overnight shift: 9:30 PM to 7:30 AM Rotating 5 days on, 4 days off schedule Includes weekends and holidays Initial training is typically completed on a daytime schedule before transitioning to nights This role is ideal for candidates with a Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Genetics, or related scientific background who are looking to build a career in clinical laboratory science and gain experience working in a regulated, high-complexity testing environment. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ankeny, IA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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 Ankeny,IA.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 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. 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.