Lab Associate

Natera • San Carlos, CA

2d • Remote

About The Position

The Temporary Lab Support Associate supports fast-paced Research and Development (R&D) and large-scale development laboratories as part of the Laboratory Operations team. The role helps ensure safe, efficient, uninterrupted laboratory operations and requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional who anticipates laboratory needs.

The position manages laboratory supplies and inventory; supports daily requests and facility logistics; conducts safety walkthroughs and inspections; handles satellite waste streams; and collaborates with EHS, R&D, and other teams to maintain smooth workflows and an organized laboratory environment. Additional related duties or special projects may be assigned by the supervisor or laboratory management.

The position is listed as Remote USA, with a pay range of $25–$30 USD. Natera describes its benefits as including comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents; free testing for employees and immediate family; fertility care benefits; pregnancy and baby bonding leave; 401(k) benefits; commuter benefits; and an employee referral program.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of hands-on experience working in a laboratory setting.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace applications.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, foresight, and self-motivation to navigate ambiguous situations and plan proactively.
• Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to multitask in a dynamic, high-throughput environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a collaborative, support-focused approach.
• Ability to occasionally lift, push, pull, and move packages or equipment weighing up to 40 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or a related field.
• Experience with internal ticketing or inventory systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage laboratory supplies through procurement, receiving, auditing, and restocking of consumables, reagents, high-value assets, and safety supplies.
• Prepare and aliquot critical reagents as needed and maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Monitor and manage the daily laboratory ticketing queue, fulfilling requests from research personnel in a timely manner.
• Manage facility package flow by receiving, breaking down, sorting, and transporting pallets and incoming shipments across buildings.
• Conduct routine laboratory safety walkthroughs and inspections to support compliance with Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) guidelines and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Set up, monitor, and handle satellite waste streams, including biohazardous and hazardous chemical waste disposal.
• Collaborate with EHS, R&D, and cross-functional teams to support communication and smooth workflows.
• Organize and facilitate routine laboratory cleanup events.
• Perform other related tasks, duties, or special projects as assigned by the supervisor or laboratory management.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents.
• Free testing for employees and their immediate families.
• Fertility care benefits.
• Pregnancy and baby bonding leave.
• 401(k) benefits.
• Commuter benefits.
• Employee referral program.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed