Lab Assistant – Grow Your Career with a Leading Pharmaceutical Company

Join a rapidly expanding, industry‑recognized pharmaceutical organization committed to innovation, quality, and advancing patient care. We are looking for a motivated and detail‑oriented Lab Assistant to support essential daily operations within our state‑of‑the‑art laboratory.

This is an excellent opportunity to launch or further your career in the pharmaceutical field—full training provided, with clear pathways to advance into compounding, filling, sterile manufacturing, and other specialized areas.

⭐ About the Role

As a Lab Assistant, you will play a vital part in supporting a high‑performing team responsible for critical lab functions. Your work will help ensure smooth daily workflow, compliance, and accurate preparation of materials used in pharmaceutical production.

You’ll gain hands‑on experience in a regulated laboratory environment while building skills that can accelerate your long‑term growth in the pharmaceutical industry.

What You’ll DoPrepare vial pans by rinsing with W.F.I. (Water for Injection) and wash vials daily using the Cozzoli GW‑24 Vial Wash UnitAccurately label vial pans with product and batch detailsPrepare media in accordance with manufacturing SOPs and complete required documentationClean laboratory glassware and operate the autoclaveReview equipment logbooks and verify calibration statusSupport general lab operations: restocking, sterilization, material processing, and equipment upkeepParticipate in cross‑training to expand your pharmaceutical lab skill setWhat We’re Looking ForAbility to lift and invert 25‑lb trays repeatedly for short intervalsAbility to read and write in English with strong attention to detailBasic math skillsPrior lab experience is helpful but not required—we provide comprehensive trainingPreferred QualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalentExperience in laboratory settings, biology, chemistry, or related fieldsFamiliarity with autoclaves, sterilization procedures, or material handlingWork Environment

This is a hands‑on role in a fast‑paced, collaborative pharmaceutical lab. You’ll be active throughout your shift and handle materials regularly, including:

Lifting and flipping 17–21 lb metal trays (up to 50 trays in succession)Cleaning and lifting empty glass carboysHandling raw material trays up to 35 lbs

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 10/11 AM – 5/6 PM

Benefits: Paid holidays, sick time, and strong internal advancement opportunities.

⭐ Why Join Our Pharmaceutical Team?Work for a Top 100 Company to Work For with long‑term stabilityGrow your career into compounding, filling, sterile manufacturing, QC, and moreSupport a mission‑driven organization that contributes to essential pharmaceutical productsGain hands‑on training from experienced industry professionalsBe part of a supportive, collaborative, and growth‑oriented environmentJob Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Port Washington, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/hr.

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 Port Washington,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 19, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.