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Lab Support Technician

Thermo Fisher Scientific·Richmond, Virginia

Full Time·On Site·Remote friendly·0-2 yrs·Posted 15 days ago
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About the role

Support daily clinical laboratory operations by processing samples, preparing reagents, and maintaining lab equipment. Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with regulatory standards while managing glassware and consumables.

Work Schedule: Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

This is a fully onsite role based at our BioAnalytical in Richmond, VA. We welcome applicants from all locations within the US. Please note that relocation assistance is not provided for this position, and any relocation costs will be the responsibility of the candidate.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening.

The working schedule for this role is Monday - Friday from ~8AM-5PM.

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale.

Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.

We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies.

With clinical trials conducted in 100+ countries and ongoing development of novel frameworks for clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio, our work spans laboratory, digital and decentralized clinical trial services.

Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on – now and in the future.

Our PPD® Laboratory Services team has a direct impact on improving patient health through the expertise of scientists, industry thought-leaders and therapeutic experts. As the world leader in serving science, our laboratory professionals bring their commitment to accuracy and quality to deliver groundbreaking innovations.

As a Lab Support Technician, you will support the daily operations of the clinical laboratory, ensure the accurate processing and documentation of samples, assist in maintaining lab equipment and compliance with regulatory standards, and contribute to the efficient functioning of our lab services.

What You’ll Do

Sort, scan, and assign sequence numbers to different laboratory areas.

Numbers HDL tubes for lipid laboratory.

Process samples for testing.

Prepare reagents and pipettes/aliquots reagents under supervision.

Label and stain hematology slides.

Gather, dump, rinse, wash, dry, and restock glassware and consumables in the laboratory.

Perform limited, non-complex, waived tests for review by a team member.

Perform daily work assignments accurately and in a timely manner

Education and Experience

  • High / Secondary school diploma or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
  • Technical positions may require a certificate
  • Previous experience to provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 0 to 1 year) or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience.

Years of experience refer to typical years of related experience needed to gain the required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. Years of experience are not to be used as the only determining factor in establishing the job class or making employment selection decisions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Effective communication skills
  • Good cooperative and collaborative skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to adhere to laboratory policies and standard operating procedures
  • Data recording skills
  • Ability to work in a collaborative team environment

Working Conditions and Environment

  • Work is performed in a clinical environment.
  • Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms.

Physical Requirements

  • Frequently stands, twists waists, squats, and bends neck for 4--6 hours per day.
  • Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists. Ability to make precise coordinated movements, of the fingers to grasp and manipulate objects.
  • Frequent mobility required.
  • Occasional crouching, stooping, bending and twisting of upper body and neck.
  • Moderate lifting (or otherwise movement, carrying, setting, and placement)of 15-30 lbs. with a maximum lift of 35 lbs.
  • Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.
  • Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
  • May interact with others, relating and gathering sensitive information. Interaction includes diverse groups.
  • Works with guidance or reliance on oral or written instructions from management. May require periods of intense concentration.
  • Performs a wide range of variable tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrence. Ability to perform under stress. Ability to multi-task.
  • Regular and consistent attendance.

Why Join Us? When you join Thermo Fisher Scientific, you become part of a global team that values passion, innovation, and a commitment to scientific excellence. You’ll work in an environment where collaboration and development are part of the everyday experience – and where your contributions truly make a difference.

Apply today to help us deliver tomorrow’s breakthrough.

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Richmond, Virginia
Posted
Jul 13, 2026
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Thermo Fisher Scientific

About Thermo Fisher Scientific Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating...

Salary listed on 3 jobs
IndustryBiotechnology Research
TypePublic Company
Size10,001+ employees
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In Virginia, lab support technician roles are typically in steady demand across clinical and healthcare settings because labs rely on dependable support for specimen handling, prep, and workflow continuity. These jobs can be competitive because employers often look for candidates who are comfortable with physical tasks, safety procedures, and a clinical environment, even at entry level. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then highlight any hands-on training, lab exposure, or comfort working with hazardous materials in your application.

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