Top 208 Research assistant Jobs in Chesterfield Mo

Lab Technician
Actalent —St. Louis, MO
- $20 an hour
- Contract
- High school diploma or GED
- Travel
- Fair chance
- Commuter assistance
- Health savings account
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4d
Research Assistant
Saint Louis University —St. Louis, MO
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- University
- Bachelor's degree
5d
Research Associates
Intact Genomics —St. Louis, MO
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- English
- Bachelor's degree
- Free parking
- Paid holidays
Lab Assistant I
St. Luke's Hospital - MO —Chesterfield, MO
- Part-time
- Hospital
- High school diploma or GED
- Typing
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4d
Research Assistant (Gap Year) - Rheumatology
Washington University in St Louis —St. Louis, MO
- $16.92 - $26.44 an hour
- Online Application
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Maintenance
- Commuter assistance
- Employee assistance program
Laboratory Assistant I
SSM Health —St. Louis, MO
- Overtime
- Hospital
- No experience needed
- English
- Paid parental leave
- Parental leave
Research Assistant (part-time) - Eveland
DONALD DANFORTH PLANT SCIENCE CENTER —Olivette, MO
- Part-time
- Associate's degree
- Communication skills
- Entry level
5d
Prep Lab Assistant
Quest Diagnostics —St. Louis, MO
- From $17.20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Continuous improvement
- Military encouraged
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Disability insurance
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Clinical Research Coordinator II
Care Access —St. Louis, MO
- $60,000 - $90,000 a year
- Microsoft Word
- Patient monitoring
- Computer literacy
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
12d
Clinical Laboratory Technician - Siteman Cancer Center (JR94511)
Washington University in St. Louis —St. Louis, MO
- $19.21 - $28.85 an hour
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Pass drug screening
- Research
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Research Assistant (Gap Year) - Dermatology
Washington University in St Louis —St. Louis, MO
- $16.92 - $26.44 an hour
- Online Application
- Pass drug screening
- Maintenance
- University
- Commuter assistance
- Employee assistance program
Research Assistant (Gap Year) - Neurosurgery
Washington University in St Louis —St. Louis, MO
- $16.92 - $26.44 an hour
- Online Application
- Pass drug screening
- Maintenance
- No experience needed
- Commuter assistance
- Employee assistance program
11d
Biology Lab Assistant
CWS - Work Study —St. Louis, MO
- $15 an hour
- Part-time
- University
- Communication skills
- Entry level
Laboratory Assistant I
St. Luke's Hospital - MO —Saint Charles, MO
- Part-time
- Hospital
- High school diploma or GED
- Typing
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12d
Research Assistant (Part-Time, Temporary) - Miller Lab
DONALD DANFORTH PLANT SCIENCE CENTER —Olivette, MO
- Seasonal
- 16+ years old
- Entry level
6d
Lab Technician
Aptimmune Biologics Inc —Creve Coeur, MO
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor's degree
- Cleaning
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3d
Research Assistant - Gastroenterology (IBD)
Washington University in St Louis —St. Louis, MO
- $17.10 - $29.09 an hour
- Online Application
- Pass drug screening
- Maintenance
- Bachelor's degree
- Commuter assistance
- Employee assistance program
Research Assistant (Gap Year) - Endocrinology (PRN)
Washington University in St Louis —St. Louis, MO
- $16.92 - $26.44 an hour
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Maintenance
Research Assistant / Patient Recruitment
Headlands Research —Chesterfield, MO
- Full-time
- Vital signs
- Medical terminology
- Entry level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Clinical Trial Assistant
EVERSANA —Chesterfield, MO
- Full-time
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Travel
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Lab Technician

Actalent -
St. Louis, MO

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Job Details

Contract
$20 an hour
4 days ago

Benefits

Commuter assistance
Health savings account
AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) implementation
Laboratory test results documentation
High school diploma or GED
Food microbiology
Laboratory reports
Laboratory standard operating procedures
Laboratory specimen handling
Standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Full Job Description

Job Title: Entry-Level Microbiology Laboratory Technician

Job Description

This entry-level microbiology laboratory position supports food safety testing by preparing food, ingredient, and environmental samples for microbiological and basic chemistry analysis. You will use aseptic techniques to prevent contamination, follow strict standard operating procedures, and accurately document results. The role involves maintaining laboratory readiness through media and reagent preparation, inventory tracking, routine quality control checks, and ensuring a clean, compliant workspace. You will work both independently and as part of a collaborative team to meet testing deadlines in a fast-paced lab environment.

Responsibilities

Prepare food, ingredient, and environmental samples for microbiological and basic chemistry testing in accordance with established protocols.
Use aseptic techniques consistently to prevent sample and environmental contamination during all laboratory procedures.
Follow strict standard operating procedures (SOPs) for sample handling, testing, documentation, and equipment use.
Accurately record test results, observations, and any deviations in laboratory notebooks or electronic systems.
Prepare media and reagents needed for routine testing, ensuring proper labeling, storage, and documentation.
Track laboratory inventory for supplies, media, reagents, and consumables, and communicate needs to ensure continuous operations.
Perform routine quality control checks, including monitoring incubators and other equipment, and report any issues promptly.
Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant laboratory workspace in line with safety and quality guidelines.
Support adherence to food safety testing standards and contribute to a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
Collaborate with team members to prioritize and complete testing workloads and meet daily and weekly deadlines.
Work independently on assigned tasks while seeking guidance when needed to ensure accurate and reliable results.

Essential Skills

High school diploma or GED.
Laboratory experience or exposure to laboratory procedures, including basic handling of samples and equipment.
Broad knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures used in a food testing laboratory.
Ability to follow detailed standard operating procedures and regulatory guidelines accurately.
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain precise documentation of tests and results.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced laboratory environment and manage multiple tasks.
Capability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team setting.
Basic understanding of microbiology or life science principles related to food safety testing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Associate degree in a life science discipline or two years of laboratory experience, preferred.
Ability to travel, preferred.
Experience in quality-focused environments or quality control processes.
Familiarity with aseptic techniques and basic chemistry testing procedures.
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates readiness for laboratory work.

Work Environment

This role is based in a laboratory environment focused on food safety testing. You will work in a controlled setting with microbiological and basic chemistry testing equipment, incubators, and standard lab instruments. The environment is fast-paced and deadline-driven, requiring consistent adherence to safety and cleanliness standards. You will spend most of your time on your feet performing lab tasks, handling samples, and preparing media and reagents, while wearing appropriate laboratory attire and personal protective equipment as required.

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Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of St. Louis, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 St. Louis,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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 process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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research assistant jobs in chesterfield mo

Lab Technician

Research Assistant

Research Associates

Lab Assistant I

Research Assistant (Gap Year) - Rheumatology

Laboratory Assistant I

Research Assistant (part-time) - Eveland

Prep Lab Assistant

Clinical Research Coordinator II

Clinical Laboratory Technician - Siteman Cancer Center (JR94511)

Research Assistant (Gap Year) - Dermatology

Research Assistant (Gap Year) - Neurosurgery

Biology Lab Assistant

Laboratory Assistant I

Research Assistant (Part-Time, Temporary) - Miller Lab

Lab Technician

Research Assistant - Gastroenterology (IBD)

Research Assistant (Gap Year) - Endocrinology (PRN)

Research Assistant / Patient Recruitment

Clinical Trial Assistant

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