Laboratory Assistant

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a detail-oriented and dependable Lab Assistant on behalf of an innovative biosciences organization in La Jolla, CA. This exciting, short-term opportunity is ideal for an individual with hands-on laboratory experience who enjoys supporting scientific operations, maintaining organized laboratory environments, and contributing to essential production processes.The Lab Assistant will work alongside a small laboratory team to support daily operations, including sterilization, equipment preparation, product labeling, documentation, and general laboratory maintenance. This position offers an excellent opportunity for recent graduates, early-career laboratory professionals, or individuals with academic or professional laboratory experience to apply their technical skills in a hands-on biosciences environment.This is a temporary, onsite assignment from November 16 through November 30, 2026, with potential consideration for future assignments based on organizational needs.PERKSCompetitive hourly compensation of $22.00 per hourShort-term assignment with an innovative biosciences organization.Opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting laboratory production and operations.Work alongside experienced laboratory professionals in a collaborative environment.Potential exposure to molecular biology techniques, including reagent preparation and PCR-related processes.Flexible daily start times coordinated with the onsite team.Onsite parking available.Potential consideration for future assignments based on organizational needs.RESPONSIBILITIESPerform routine laboratory sterilization procedures, including operating autoclaves and bottle-washing equipment.Clean, sterilize, and prepare laboratory bottles, containers, and equipment for daily production activities.Accurately label laboratory products, materials, and supplies according to established procedures.Maintain organized documentation and accurate records associated with laboratory activities.Provide hands-on bench support to laboratory personnel during reagent production and related activities.Assist with the preparation, organization, and handling of laboratory materials and supplies.Follow established laboratory protocols, standard operating procedures, and safety guidelines.Maintain clean, organized, and compliant laboratory workspaces.Support quality and consistency by demonstrating strong attention to detail throughout assigned tasks.Communicate effectively with onsite laboratory personnel regarding task completion, priorities, and operational needs.Assist with additional laboratory activities, potentially including reagent preparation, DNA extraction, or PCR-related processes, depending on experience and training.QUALIFICATIONSPrior laboratory experience in an academic, research, or professional laboratory setting is required.Familiarity with laboratory sterilization procedures, equipment cleaning, and standard laboratory practices is required.Understanding of basic laboratory safety procedures and the importance of maintaining clean, organized workspaces.Ability to accurately follow written instructions, laboratory protocols, and established procedures.Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy.Dependable, punctual, and able to consistently follow through on assigned responsibilities.Comfortable working independently while collaborating with a small onsite laboratory team.Strong communication skills and willingness to assist with a variety of laboratory support activities.Exposure to DNA extraction, PCR, reagent preparation, or other molecular biology techniques is a plus, but not required.Coursework or education in biology, microbiology, molecular biology, chemistry, or a related scientific discipline is beneficial.Ability to work onsite in La Jolla, CA, during the November 16–30, 2026 assignment, including Monday, November 30.COMPENSATION AND SCHEDULEThis temporary opportunity offers $22.00 per hour and is expected to run from November 16 through November 30, 2026HOW TO APPLYScion Staffing is excited to connect with laboratory professionals who are eager to contribute their technical skills to a growing biosciences organization.If you have prior laboratory experience, understand standard sterilization and laboratory procedures, and are available for this short-term assignment, we encourage you to apply today!ABOUT OUR FIRMScion Staffing is an award-winning national recruitment and staffing firm specializing in connecting exceptional professionals with leading organizations across a wide range of industries! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals in rewarding career opportunities. Through our innovative team-building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct-hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm and our practices can be found online. Scion Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.