Lab Operations Associate (Part-Time)

BreezeBio•Brisbane, CA

3d•$28 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

BreezeBio is seeking an organized, hands-on Lab Operations Associate to keep our biology, chemistry, and shared laboratory spaces stocked, organized, and running smoothly. This is an onsite, part-time role centered on laboratory procurement, receiving, and inventory, along with day-to-day support that keeps our lab spaces in good working order. You will work closely with the Principal Operations Manager, who oversees broader laboratory operations, facilities, EHS programs, and regulatory strategy, and who will be your point of escalation for anything outside the scope of this role. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, comfortable working in an active laboratory environment, and willing to take a hands-on approach to keeping laboratory spaces organized and functioning efficiently. This role has a clear path to expand in scope or transition to full-time in the future, depending on business needs and performance.

Requirements

Authorization to work in the United States. This position is onsite and does not offer visa sponsorship.
Associate's or bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field, or equivalent laboratory experience.
At least 1–2 years of experience working in a laboratory, research, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or similar technical environment.
Comfort working around chemicals, biological materials, compressed gases, and laboratory equipment.
Strong organizational skills and careful attention to detail.
Ability to manage recurring tasks, follow established procedures, and communicate when priorities conflict.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
A hands-on, service-oriented approach and willingness to assist with physical laboratory tasks.
Ability to work independently while recognizing when an issue should be escalated.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in laboratory operations, inventory management, procurement, or research support.
Experience using Zageno or a comparable inventory or procurement platform.
Experience receiving and handling laboratory reagents and consumables, including temperature-sensitive materials.
General familiarity with laboratory safety practices and proper storage of chemicals and biological materials.
Experience in a shared, multi-tenant, startup, or incubator laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

Monitor commonly used laboratory supplies, reagents, consumables, chemicals, and shared materials.
Place approved orders and replenish laboratory supplies based on established inventory levels and requests.
Support purchasing through Zageno or other procurement platforms.
Maintain accurate inventory and supply records, and flag shortages, unusual requests, or recurring supply issues to the Principal Operations Manager.
Collect and upload packing slips and other purchasing documentation for Finance reconciliation.
Receive, label, store, and distribute incoming laboratory materials.
Ensure that temperature-sensitive and time-sensitive materials are handled and stored promptly on arrival.
Keep storage areas, supply rooms, refrigerators, and shared laboratory spaces organized.
Assist with maintaining laboratory gas inventory and coordinating replenishment.
Support the daily operation and organization of biology, chemistry, and shared laboratory spaces.
Help keep equipment and service records accurate and up to date.
Escalate equipment, facilities, or safety issues to the Principal Operations Manager.
Monitor the laboratory operations inbox during scheduled working hours and route requests appropriately.
Support special laboratory operations projects as assigned by the Principal Operations Manager.