Medical Laboratory Scientist

Join Inotiv as a Medical Laboratory Scientist and apply your experience in a collaborative, high-impact environment supporting preclinical research that drives human and animal health breakthroughs. If you're ready to do more than routine clinical work-and want to be part of studies that shape the future of medicine-this is your opportunity.

Why Experienced Lab Professionals Choose Inotiv:

• Diverse, hands-on work that keeps you engaged

• Purpose-driven environment contributing to life-changing science

• Career growth with cross-training opportunities in specialized departments

• Stability and strong benefits with a Monday-Friday schedule

Location: Mt. Vernon, IN (on border of Posey and Vanderburgh Counties)
Pay: $33/hour, based on experience
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8-hour shifts | Start times: 6am or 7am (rotating)
Overtime: Paid at 1.5x
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision (effective within 30 days)
Retirement: 401(k) with 1% match
Time Off: 23 PTO days + 10 paid holidays (or double pay if you work a holiday)

Your Role in the Lab:
You'll take ownership of routine and complex procedures using specialized instruments, reagents, and biological samples. We're looking for professionals who take pride in their precision, stay calm under pressure, and can work independently with minimal oversight.

Responsibilities Include:

• Preparing reagents and equipment for study protocols

• Performing routine and advanced lab procedures with accuracy

• Operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting lab instruments

• Recording data with precision and compliance

• Participating in training, cross-functional work, and continuous improvement

• Ensuring safety and confidentiality standards are met

Qualifications:

• MLS (ASCP) or MLT (ASCP) certification preferred

• Prior lab experience required; research or preclinical lab experience a plus

• Proven ability to follow protocols and interpret results accurately

• Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs. and working on your feet

• Strong communication and documentation skills

Work Environment:

• Hands-on work with solvents, acids, biological samples, and animal dander

• PPE required (gloves, masks, safety glasses)

• TB test (or chest X-ray) required for employment

Tools You'll Use:

• Advanced laboratory instrumentation

• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

At Inotiv, your work matters.
We are a mission-driven CRO supporting complex scientific studies that lead to real change. You'll be surrounded by a team of professionals who value your expertise, share your curiosity, and invest in your success.

Apply today and put your skills to work where science moves forward.

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*This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience. The salary range will adjust along with the level of the role to match the person's relevant experience and/or education level.

Inotiv is a growing contemporary drug discovery and development company where we "Play to Win" in an industry rich with opportunity. Together, we face challenges and together we win in the delivery of world-class drug discovery and development solutions that impact the health and well-being of people all over the world. There's an opportunity for everyone at all phases of a career, each individual's unique skill set has an impact on the work we conduct. If you have the talent and desire to impact the quality of people's lives, we have the career opportunities to make it happen. Join us in embracing research and science to impact the health and well-being of people all over the world.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities. Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more!

Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.