Lab Tech-Sampler

Rapidly Growing Life Sciences Technology Company Ultima Genomics is a rapidly growing company that is developing ground-breaking genomics technologies. Our mission is to continuously drive the scale of genomic information to enable unprecedented advances in biology and improvements in human health. We have developed a foundational new approach to sequencing at scale that overcomes limitations due to the high costs of current technologies. We are well-funded and have raised approximately $600 million from global top-tier investors. Our team brings together unique and diverse expertise across multiple disciplines, from healthcare and life sciences, to engineering, to technology and software and beyond. We are a collaborative group, including successful entrepreneurs, chemists, hardware and software engineers, genomics and biotechnology experts, molecular and computational biologists, software and algorithm experts, and operations and commercial leaders. Join us to develop and commercialize technologies that unleash the power of genomics at scale and empower the future of human health.

We are looking for a highly motivated Laboratory Assistant to join our team!

This opportunity is an onsite part-time (2 days x 4 hours) contracting position based in our Carlsbad, CA office to support our protein purification team, which runs large-scale enzyme preps that generate a steady volume of centrifuge bottles and related labware. As a part-time Laboratory Assistant, you will be responsible for cleaning, inspecting, and returning the labware to service so the protein purification team can keep runs on schedule.

Success in this role requires a strong respect for laboratory standards and equipment. This position is ideal for a student in a life sciences program looking for hands-on biotech lab experience.

Tag and retire labware that fails inspection; Rinse thoroughly with deionized water and dry per procedure, confirming no detergent residue remains

Keep the wash area clean, organized, and stocked; Maintain simple wash and inspection logs

High school diploma or equivalent

Prior experience in a laboratory washroom, cleanroom, sterile processing, or Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)/Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) environment is preferred

Capability to safely work around laboratory detergents, solvents, and biological materials using required personal protective equipment

Familiarity with autoclaves, lab washers, or deionized water systems and understanding of plastic labware chemical compatibility is a plus

This contracting position offers an hourly pay rate between$18/hour and $20/hour, and your actual base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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