Biology Lab Technician

MaverickX•Austin, TX

About The Position

The Company MaverickX is engineering the future of chemistry for natural resource extraction. We are intensely focused on bringing economic value to our customers, shareholders, and employees – while solving pressing resource challenges facing the United States and the world. The Team Biology at MaverickX is where molecular design becomes industrial impact. Our team engineers microbes, designs novel proteins, and builds genetic systems that power everything from critical mineral extraction to next-generation chemical production. We work across protein engineering, synthetic biology, and high-throughput screening to create biological tools that operate in extreme environments and at field scale. Then we do the hard part: producing at industrial scale in our 40,000L reactors. If you want to design molecules that reshape energy and mining, this is where it happens. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented lab technician to join our dynamic team. Under the guidance of our experienced biologists, you will gain hands-on experience and develop skills in protein research, genetic engineering, bioproduction and scale-up and development. The technician will contribute to ongoing projects, conduct experiments as specified, and assist in protein research activities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in biochemistry and molecular biology, as well as experience working with bacterial cultures.

Requirements

Bachelors in biochemistry, molecular biology, biotechnology, or a related field.
1-2 years of hands-on experience in a laboratory setting.
Experience in protein purification techniques and experience with relevant laboratory equipment.
Genetics lab, Bio Lab, Chem lab required courses
Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
Knowledge of laboratory safety protocols and procedures.

Responsibilities

Run agarose gel electrophoresis for DNA analysis.
Run protein gels for detection and analysis.
Prepare and maintain buffers, reagents, and other laboratory solutions.
Prepare and sterilize culture media.
Grow bacterial cultures for various experiments.
Perform transformations.
Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, including electrophoresis chambers, centrifuges, sterilizers, and spectrophotometers.
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Document all experimental procedures, results, and observations meticulously.
Collaborate with team members to optimize purification processes and troubleshoot issues.
Maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment.
Assist in ordering and inventory management of laboratory supplies.