Lab Associate

Natera • San Carlos, CA

3d • $25 - $33 • Remote

About The Position

The Temporary Lab Support Associate plays a vital role in supporting fast-paced Research and Development (R&D) and large-scale development laboratories. As part of the Laboratory Operations team, this role ensures the laboratory operates safely, efficiently, and without interruption to enable ongoing scientific advancements. The ideal candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented professional who thrives in dynamic environments and actively anticipates laboratory needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of hands-on experience working in a laboratory setting.
• Fluent in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace applications.
• Experience with internal ticketing or inventory systems is a plus.
• Demonstrates strong critical thinking, foresight, and self-motivation to navigate ambiguous situations and plan proactively.
• Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills with a proven ability to multitask in a dynamic, high-throughput environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills paired with a collaborative, support-focused mindset.
• Ability to occasionally lift, push, pull, and move packages or equipment weighing up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of laboratory supplies, including the procurement, receiving, auditing, and restocking of consumables, reagents, high-value assets, and safety supplies.
• Prepare and aliquot critical reagents as needed while maintaining optimal inventory levels to ensure uninterrupted laboratory operations.
• Monitor and manage the daily laboratory ticketing queue, fulfilling diverse requests from research personnel in a timely manner.
• Manage facility package flow, including receiving, breaking down, sorting, and transporting pallets and incoming shipments across buildings.
• Conduct routine lab safety walkthroughs and inspections to ensure strict adherence to 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.
• Partner closely with EHS, R&D, and cross-functional teams to maintain open communication and smooth workflows.
• Organize and facilitate routine lab cleanup events to promote a safe, clean, and structured environment.
• Perform other related tasks, duties, or special projects as assigned by the supervisor or laboratory management to support operational needs.

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.
• 401k benefits.
• Commuter benefits.
• Generous employee referral program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level