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Laboratory Associate - Onsite

ApTask Global WorkforceThousand Oaks, CA🇺🇸United StatesPosted Oct 12, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This role offers an exciting opportunity to gain extensive hands-on experience in molecular biology and cell culture within a renowned biotechnology company, ideal for an early-career professional eager to grow their scientific skills. You'll thrive here if you possess a strong foundation in laboratory techniques and a passion for contributing to impactful research in a collaborative setting. Apply now to develop your career and make a tangible contribution to scientific advancement.

Quick Overview

Salary
$28/hr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
On Site
Location
Thousand Oaks, CA, United States
Posted
Yesterday

Job Description

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Laboratory Associate for an Onsite position with a Global Biotechnology Company located in Thousand Oaks, CA. This is a 36+ month contract opportunity.
This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career, hands-on laboratory professional to support routine bench work, molecular biology experiments, and cell/tissue culture activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong scientific foundation, practical laboratory experience, and an interest in developing their skills in a collaborative research environment.
Responsibilities:
  • Execute molecular biology and display workflows, including library construction, bacterial and yeast culture, and sample preparation
  • Perform display selections and FACS/flow cytometry characterization, and handoff to sequencing
  • Independently execute assigned experiments within established workflows
  • Troubleshoot technical issues, document, and communicate results

Requirements:
  • Master's degree OR Bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience OR Associate's degree and 4 years of experience OR High school diploma/GED and 6 years of experience
  • Approximately 1-2 years of practical, hands-on bench laboratory experience (academic, university research, or industry)
  • Practical hands-on experience with basic molecular biology laboratory techniques, including PCR, DNA ligation, and transformation
  • Experience with hands-on cell culture and/or tissue culture
  • Must be comfortable performing bench-level scientific experiments
  • This role is not suitable for PhD-level candidates

Pay range: up to $28.10 per hour
Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position.
If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!
Aptask Global Workforce (AGW)
ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.
Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)

Our team stays close to the process and is here to guide you every step of the way. To learn more, please visit our website
ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

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