Research Assistant Job at Actalent, Porterville, CA

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  • Actalent
  • Porterville, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Research Assistant
Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Research Assistant to join our team. This role involves supporting research trials and ensuring adherence to study protocols. You will have the opportunity to work in a family-oriented environment with potential for career growth and development.

Responsibilities

  • Perform or supervise technical staff in trial site selection and plot layout.
  • Calibrate equipment and apply test materials.
  • Sample and evaluate residue and efficacy trials.
  • Pack and ship study-related samples.
  • Review and familiarize with study protocol requirements.
  • Conduct site characterization sampling and shipping.
  • Maintain facility organization, cleaning, and supplies inventory control.
  • Train research technicians.
  • Identify and communicate situations where protocols may not be met.
  • Document trial activities in appropriate logbooks.
  • Prepare and review raw data packages for audit.
  • Assist with written report summaries.
Essential Skills
  • Proficiency in clinical trials and biology.
  • Strong office and clerical skills.
  • Detail-oriented and able to work independently.
  • Organized with excellent data entry skills.
  • Proficient in Excel.
  • Research experience.
  • Understanding of Quality Assurance processes.
  • Knowledge in botany, chemistry, and microbiology.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • High School diploma.
  • Experience in Quality Assurance.
  • Capability in data entry.
Work Environment

The position involves working in a greenhouse environment, requiring comfort with heat during summer months. Work hours are Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with summer trials possibly starting as early as 5:30 AM to 6 AM. There is very limited work on Saturdays and no work on Sundays. The company is family-oriented, offering ample growth opportunities and support for further education.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of PORTERVILLE, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $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 PORTERVILLE,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Job Tags

Contract work, Temporary work, Summer work, Work at office, Monday to Friday

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