NEW JOB OPENING
LAB TECHNICIAN 3RD SHIFT
IN Ankeny, IA, USA!

 

Date Posted: 02/11/2026
Hiring Organization: Rose International
Position Number: 496905
Industry: Biotech/Healthcare
Job Title: Lab Technician 3rd shift
Job Location: Ankeny, IA, USA, 50021
Work Model: Onsite
Shift: Monday- Friday 1:00 AM-10:00 AM
Employment Type: Temporary
FT/PT: Full-Time
Estimated Duration (In months): 5
Min Hourly Rate($): 22.00
Max Hourly Rate($): 25.00
Must Have Skills/Attributes: Agriculture, Laboratory, Science
Experience Desired: Strong organizational and time management (1 yrs); Ability to work independently during overnight hours (1 yrs); Laboratory expereince (1 yrs)
Required Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred Education: Bachelor’s Degree

**C2C is not available**

 

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



SUMMARY

This laboratory support position plays a vital role in maintaining the efficiency and productivity of our Genotyping operations during the third shift. Working from 1:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Monday through Friday, the successful candidate will serve as a key contributor to daily laboratory functions by overseeing general operations, maintaining workspace organization, and ensuring the laboratory environment meets the highest standards of cleanliness and orderliness. This role requires a detail-oriented professional who can independently manage sample processing, inventory control, and reagent preparation while operating and troubleshooting specialized genotyping equipment. The position demands strong organizational skills, the ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments, and a commitment to maintaining rigorous safety and quality standards in a fast-paced laboratory setting.



EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) Bachelor’s degree (preferred)



REQUIRED SKILLS

• Strong organizational and time management abilities

• Attention to detail and accuracy in sample handling and documentation

• Ability to work independently during overnight hours

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration

• Problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities

• Proficiency in following written procedures and protocols

• Multitasking in a dynamic laboratory environment

• Commitment to safety and quality standards



RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead general laboratory operations including housekeeping, organization, and maintenance of workspace cleanliness

• Receive, process, and accurately label incoming samples according to established protocols

• Maintain adequate inventory levels of labware and coordinate receipt of supplies

• Prepare buffers and reagents following standardized procedures

• Operate and troubleshoot genotyping production equipment to ensure optimal performance

• Review and archive task-related documentation in accordance with laboratory standards

• Follow Employee Safety and Health guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures at all times

• Maintain a safe and compliant work environment

• Manage multiple concurrent tasks while maintaining attention to detail and quality

• Interface effectively with manufacturing and research personnel across departments

• Work collaboratively with multiple supervisors as needed
  • **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:
For information and details on pay equity laws in California, please visit the State of California Department of Industrial Relations' website here.

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
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  • 150+ Clients: Corporations and Government Agencies
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  • Challenging Assignments Across the U.S.
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