Analyst (Tech Center)

• Perform laboratory testing and analysis to support product quality, research, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare samples, reagents, standards, and testing materials according to laboratory procedures.
• Collect, analyze, document, and communicate test results accurately.
• Support testing activities in analytical chemistry, microbiology, stability, and materials laboratories.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instrumentation as trained.
• Maintain laboratory records and documentation in accordance with quality requirements.
• Collaborate with scientists, analysts, and cross-functional teams to support testing priorities and projects.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and assist with multiple testing assignments.
• Follow all laboratory safety, quality, and environmental procedures.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Food Science, Biotechnology, Environmental Science, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Animal Science, or a related scientific discipline.
• Laboratory experience through academic coursework, undergraduate research, internships, co-ops, or industry experience.
• Basic understanding of laboratory techniques, scientific principles, and good laboratory practices.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment., * Experience with laboratory techniques such as HPLC, GC, wet chemistry, titrations, UV-Vis spectroscopy, microbiological testing, or materials testing.
• Experience in food, beverage, consumer products, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, environmental, or manufacturing laboratories.
• Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation, troubleshooting, data analysis, or LIMS systems.
• Interest in quality testing, product development, manufacturing support, or scientific operations.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation, testing methods, and data analysis.
• Exposure to analytical chemistry, microbiology, stability testing, and materials characterization.
• Cross-training opportunities across multiple laboratory functions.
• Mentorship from experienced scientists and analysts.
• Career development opportunities within laboratory, quality, and technical organizations.

This is a Contract position based out of Saint Louis, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/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

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.