Research Assistant/Research Associate I, Synbio

Full Time
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Posted
Job description
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About Inscripta
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Inscripta® is a life science technology company committed to creating a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable world through biomanufacturing. A global leader in genome engineering, our innovations are designed to unlock the full potential of the bioeconomy. We are committed to the continued development of critical technologies that enable scientists to bolster and expand domestic biomanufacturing, and spur new, safe, and secure biotech innovations. Inscripta is committed to cutting-edge science, purposeful work, healthy work-life flexibility, and competitive compensation & benefits.

We are seeking a Research Assistant/Research Associate I in our Pleasanton office.

Job description:

The Research Assistant/Research Associate I will primarily assist in lab management services such as media preparation, inventory, and shipping & receiving activities. They will report directly to the Laboratory Manager but will have opportunities to cross train and support other groups such as Screening, Analytic Chemistry, and Strain Banking. The successful candidate will be a team player who works within the group to meet department goals, objectives, and tasks to achieve desired results. They can respond to new requests with appropriate urgency and an organized approach and hold themselves accountable to fulfill assigned tasks and achieve results within assigned timelines.

Primary responsibilities (not limited to):

  • Prepare media and reagent stocks with sterile technique following existing SOPs documenting each preparation for batch information.
  • Manage consumables and glassware needed for reagent preparation including cleaning and autoclaving glassware and managing raw material stocks.
  • Utilize laboratory equipment to dispense, seal, barcode, and/or label stocks for routine use.
  • Perform routine laboratory support tasks, such as lab organization, clean-up, equipment maintenance and run preparation, maintaining records etc.
  • Assist with the shipping, receiving, and stocking of the lab to ensure optimum laboratory function.

Additional Responsibilities:

  • May be cross trained on other laboratory workflows and support other teams as needed.
  • Provide routine updates to the Supervisor on progress, status, and issues associated with assigned tasks.
  • Utilize time wisely to maximize productivity.
  • Follow safety guidelines as required for your area.
  • Assist with other laboratory tasks as needed.
Requirements:

Qualification/Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline or associate degree from a laboratory science or biotechnology program will be considered.
  • Prior experience working in a laboratory setting, academic coursework may be considered.
  • Lab experience demonstrating sterile technique.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to adhere to SOPs.
  • Ability to document and maintain records of work.
  • Ability to work individually or collaboratively.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

  • Previous startup experience
  • 1+ year of industry experience
  • Previous synthetic biology experience
  • Previous sterile media preparation experience
  • Previous inventory control experience
  • Previous automation and/or analytical instrumentation experience

Inscripta offers a competitive base salary, bonus plan, benefits package, 401k match and an attractive equity program to all team members. Starting salary range: $55,000-$85,000 per year. This salary range is provided per current averages and expectations. The salary and job title for this opening will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience and may be outside this range.

At Inscripta we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our innovation, and our community. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace because the more inclusive we are as a company, the better our work will be.

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