- Location
- San Mateo, CA
- Type
- Part-time
- Department
- Operations
- Source
- Pinpoint
Description
Lab Operations Assistant (Part-Time)
Department: Lab Science
Employment Type: Part Time
Location: San Mateo, CA
Description
The role: BigHat Biosciences is seeking a self-motivated individual to support the day-to-day needs of lab operations functions. This part-time contract role will assist with the routine hands-on tasks within the BigHat space, keep lab spaces clean and well-stocked, and work alongside the BigHat lab team to ensure everyone has what they need. This role is planned for 10-16 hours per week across 2-3 days, with the exact schedule to be discussed. This role reports directly to the Lab Manager.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine maintenance on common laboratory equipment.
- Ensure sufficient stock of washed and autoclaved glassware.
- Perform sterilization and sanitization of equipment.
- Restock commonly used materials in the various BigHat lab spaces.
- Prepare common lab materials, such as pre-labelled plates.
- Support lab staff with basic requests.
- Maintain the cleanliness, safety, and organization of the lab and storage spaces.
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
- Interest in learning about biology, chemistry, or the biotech field.
- Self-motivated individual with attention to detail, excited to work in a dynamic start-up environment.
- Experience in a laboratory environment or lab operations is a plus
- Experience with Google Suite, with a focus on Google Sheets.