NEW JOB OPENING
RESEARCH LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
IN AMES, IA, USA!

 

Date Posted: 10/20/2026
Hiring Organization: Rose International
Position Number: 509503
Industry: Biotech/Healthcare
Job Title: Research Laboratory Technician
Job Location: Ames, IA, USA, 50010
Work Model: Onsite
Shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM start, 8-hour shifts
Employment Type: Temporary
FT/PT: Full-Time
Estimated Duration (In months): 2
Min Hourly Rate($): 23.00
Max Hourly Rate($): 25.00
Must Have Skills/Attributes: Agriculture, Laboratory, Science
Experience Desired:
Hands-on sample preparation, processing, and product or process testing (1-3 yrs),
Laboratory equipment operation, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting (1-3 yrs),
Accurate laboratory records, test reports, equipment logs, and electronic data entry (1-3 yrs),
SOP compliance, PPE, chemical safety, and quality procedures (1-3 yrs)
Required Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

**C2C is not available**

 

Job Description
Required Education
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Required Qualifications
• Previous hands-on experience in a laboratory, product testing, process testing, research, or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot laboratory or processing equipment.
• Strong attention to detail, recordkeeping, and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow established procedures and maintain high standards for safety, quality, and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines.

Summary
Seeking a hands-on Research Laboratory Technician to support technical research, product testing, and manufacturing operations at its Ames, Iowa facility. In this role, you will prepare and evaluate laboratory-scale samples, operate and troubleshoot laboratory or processing equipment, maintain accurate technical records, and provide timely results to support research and operational decisions. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-conscious, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple assignments in a fast-paced technical environment.

Responsibilities
• Prepare, process, and evaluate laboratory-scale samples for research, product development, customer programs, and manufacturing support.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory and processing equipment used for routine testing and technical evaluations.
• Support equipment scale-up activities and assist with resolving routine technical or process-related issues.
• Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks, equipment logs, test documentation, and electronic records.
• Conduct online research and literature searches to support technical investigations and problem-solving.
• Follow established standard operating procedures, environmental health and safety requirements, and site guidelines.
• Manage multiple assignments and shifting priorities while working with several technical supervisors.
• Collaborate with research, manufacturing, and cross-functional teams and communicate findings to internal stakeholders as needed.

***Drug screen & criminal background check will be required

  • **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**

  • **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**

 

Benefits:
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California Pay Equity:
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Rose International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender (expression or identity), national origin, arrest and conviction records, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Positions located in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California will be administered in accordance with their respective Fair Chance Ordinances.

If you need assistance in completing this application, or during any phase of the application, interview, hiring, or employment process, whether due to a disability or otherwise, please contact our HR Department.

Rose International has an official agreement (ID #132522), effective June 30, 2008, with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Employment Verification Program (E-Verify). (Posting required by OCGA 13/10-91.).

 

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About Rose

  • Founded in 1993
  • Office Locations Across the U.S.
  • 150+ Clients: Corporations and Government Agencies
  • Employee Oriented Company
  • Challenging Assignments Across the U.S.
  • Continuous Professional Development

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