Job Title: Media Prep Lab Services Associate Technician
Work Location: South San Francisco, CA
Interview process: Virtual
Role Overview
This role is critical in ensuring laboratory readiness by supporting labware processing, media preparation, and maintaining efficient workflows. The Technician will operate in a regulated environment, adhering to strict safety, quality, and compliance standards (GMP/GLP where applicable).
Key Responsibilities
- Lab Operations & Equipment
- Perform glassware washing, drying, and sterilization using autoclaves, ovens, and other lab equipment
- Inspect, sort, and prepare labware for reuse ensuring cleanliness and sterility standards are met
- Operate and maintain autoclaves, washers, and sterilization equipment; escalate malfunctions as needed
- Perform routine cleaning and organization of laboratory workspaces
- Media Preparation & Reagents
- Prepare microbiological and cell culture media following standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Accurately prepare buffers, reagents, and stock solutions
- Label, aliquot, and store materials according to defined protocols and storage conditions
- Monitor reagent inventory and expiration dates to ensure uninterrupted lab operations
- Compliance & Documentation
- Follow all safety, GMP, and GLP guidelines where applicable
- Complete batch records, logs, and documentation in compliance with regulatory standards (ALCOA principles)
- Maintain accurate records of sterilization cycles, equipment usage, and inventory tracking
- Support audits and inspections by ensuring documentation is complete and compliant
- Inventory & Logistics
- Maintain lab supply inventory levels and coordinate restocking activities
- Receive, unpack, and organize incoming materials and lab supplies
- Ensure proper storage conditions (temperature-controlled, hazardous materials handling, etc.)
- Support waste disposal processes, including biohazard and chemical waste in accordance with safety guidelines
- Technical Support & Continuous Improvement
- Assist in training new or junior technicians on lab processes and safety procedures
- Troubleshoot routine equipment or process issues and escalate when needed
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and streamline workflows
- Support updates to SOPs and internal documentation
- Collaboration
- Work closely with scientists, lab managers, and cross-functional teams to support research activities
- Communicate effectively regarding task prioritization, delays, or issues impacting lab operations
- Support multiple lab groups in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
Requirements
- Education: High school diploma or GED required; college-level coursework in biology, chemistry, or related field required (AA/AS preferred)
- Experience: 1+ year of laboratory experience in an academic, biotech, or regulated environment preferred
Technical Skills:
- Experience with autoclaves, sterilization, and lab equipment
- Knowledge of aseptic technique and contamination control
- Familiarity with media preparation and buffer/reagent preparation
- Basic computer skills (data entry, inventory systems, or lab tracking tools)
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
- Ability to stand, bend, and move for extended periods
Onsite position
Interview process- Virtual
Regards,
Satya
Satya@Itengagements.com