Lab Technician (Biology/Microbiology/Food Science/Entry Level)

Russell Tobin is hiring an Lab Technician to join our client's laboratory team.

We are seeking recent graduates and early-career professionals with a background in Food Science, Microbiology, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related life science who are looking to launch their careers in a hands-on laboratory environment. This 1-year contract opportunity offers valuable experience supporting food safety, quality control, microbiological testing, laboratory analysis, and product development while working alongside experienced scientists in a collaborative setting.

Responsibilities Include:

• Perform routine laboratory testing to support food safety, quality assurance, and product development activities.
• Prepare, analyze, and document food, ingredient, and environmental samples using established laboratory procedures.
• Conduct microbiological, chemical, and physical testing while maintaining accurate laboratory records.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Support quality investigations, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives while following food safety and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline required.
• Recent graduates and candidates with 0–2 years of laboratory, quality, or research experience are encouraged to apply.
• Basic knowledge of food safety, microbiology, laboratory testing, and scientific documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Important Details:

• Employment Type: 1-year Contract opportunity.
• Schedule/Shift: Monday–Friday, First Shift.
• Location: Minneapolis, MN 100% On-site.
• Pay Range: $20/hr - $22/hr (based on experience).

Russell Tobin is a leading minority-owned professional and technical recruitment and staffing advisory organization. We are comprised of specialized practices focusing on a variety of skill sets and industries. Having a depth and breadth of industry expertise, our subject matter experts are able to provide tailored and swift sourcing solutions to fulfill client hiring needs. In other words, we connect top talent with companies. We are the staffing arm of the Pride Global network, a minority-owned integrated human capital solutions firm, with additional offerings in vendor management, payroll programs, and business process optimization.

Russell Tobin offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Russell Tobin is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment

Russell Tobin is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates:

Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.

Only applicable for Kentucky positions:

For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.