Lab Technician (Contractor)

Crinetics is a pharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, developing much-needed therapies for people with endocrine diseases and endocrine-related tumors. We were founded by a dedicated team of scientists with the simple belief that better therapies developed from rigorous innovation can lead to better lives. Our work continues to make a real difference in the lives of patients. We have a prolific discovery engine and a robust preclinical and clinical development pipeline. We are driven by science with a patient-centric and team-oriented culture. Crinetics is known for its inclusive workplace culture. We are also a dog-friendly workplace. This is an exciting time to join Crinetics as we shape our organization into the world’s premier fully-integrated endocrine company from discovery to patients. Join our team as we transform the lives of others.

Position Summary:

The Lab Operations Technician is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of laboratory facilities, ensuring equipment functionality, supply availability, and compliance with safety protocols. This role plays a key part in maintaining a safe, organized, and efficient laboratory environment by collaborating with scientists, vendors, and internal teams.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

These may include but are not limited to:

• Collaborate with scientists, vendors, and safety personnel to enhance laboratory efficiency and effectiveness.

• Work closely with facilities, EH&S and lab managers to maintain a safe and functional lab environment.

• Support daily lab operations and maintain lab standards in collaboration with scientific teams.

• Manage the maintenance and organization of all laboratory areas and equipment.

• Coordinate technician visits for instrument preventive maintenance, calibration, and general service.

• Identify and implement innovative techniques to improve lab operations.

• Perform routine equipment maintenance, troubleshoot technical issues, and coordinate building projects with the facilities team. Ensure smooth operations of building infrastructure systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and lab utilities.

• Perform hands-on technician support for general lab service requests.

• Maintain point-of-use (POU) restocking areas and ensure timely receipt of supplies and equipment.

• Implement and integrate EHS-compliant policies for the storage and handling of hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals.

• Participate in routine safety walkthroughs and audits with EH&S.

• Conduct regular inspections of facility systems to ensure compliance with safety regulations.

• Assist with biological and hazardous waste stream management, including collection, documentation, and manifest signing.

• Maintain availability of essential lab supplies, PPE, laboratory gases, and cryogens.

Education and Experience:

Required:

• Associate’s degree, Technical training and/or certifications preferred.

• 4+ years of experience in laboratory operations or facilities support.

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Familiarity with laboratory equipment maintenance and calibration.

• Knowledge of EHS guidelines and hazardous material handling.

• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and coordinate with cross-functional teams.

• Proficiency in using asset tracking software and excellent PC-based computer skills including Windows and MS Office.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic lab environment.

The Anticipated Base Pay: $45 per hour

Salary Range

In addition to your base pay, our total rewards program consists of a discretionary annual target bonus, stock options, ESPP, and 401k match. We also provide top-notch health insurance plans for employees (and their families) to include medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 20 days of PTO, 10 paid holidays, and a winter company shutdown.