Free Lab Technician
Service Agreement
One contaminated batch or a fried spectrometer will bankrupt you if your contract isn't bulletproof. Without a clear liability cap, you're one spill away from losing your house to a corporate lawsuit.
Pro Contractor Tip
Demand a 'Limitation of Liability' clause to ensure you aren't on the hook for their multi-million dollar R&D losses if a machine fails.
Why use a written agreement?
Handshake deals are risky. As a Lab Technician, "scope creep" is your biggest enemy. A clear agreement ensures everyone agrees on the deliverables before money changes hands.
🛡️ What this sequence covers:
- ✓Deliverables List
- ✓Payment Terms
- ✓IP Rights
- ✓Revision Limits
- ✓Cancellation Policy
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REF: 2026-0011. Project Background
This Agreement is entered into by and between the Client and the Contractor. The Client wishes to engage the Contractor for professional Lab Technician services.
2. Scope of Services
The Contractor shall provide the following deliverables:
- Precision Equipment Calibration and Logging
- Chemical Reagent Batch Titration
- Specimen Preparation and Aliquoting
- Hazardous Waste Neutralization and Disposal
- Cleanroom Sterilization Protocols
- LIMS Data Entry and Validation
3. Performance Standards
The Contractor agrees to perform the Lab Technician services in a professional manner, using the degree of skill and care that is required by current industry standards.
TERMS & CONDITIONS (Summary):
1. Payment: 50% Deposit required.
2. Copyright: Rights transfer to Client upon full payment.
Disclaimer: This template is for educational purposes only.
Frequently Asked Questions
The PI keeps adding 'just one more' sample to the daily run; how do I stop this unpaid labor?
Stick to the 'Scope of Work' defined in your agreement; if it’s not in the contract, tell them it requires a signed Change Order with a separate fee before you touch the pipette.
Who's liable if a $50k centrifuge breaks while I'm using it?
Use an 'Equipment Indemnity' clause to specify that you aren't responsible for mechanical failure or normal wear and tear of the client's gear, keeping their repair bills off your plate.
The lab is holding my payment because the test results didn't 'prove' their theory. What do I do?
Your contract should state you are paid for the 'Performance of Testing,' not the 'Outcome of Results,' ensuring you get your check regardless of whether their science is a bust.