Laboratory Assistant

Elemental Enzymes • Saint Louis, MO

13d • $16 - $16 • Onsite

About The Position

Laboratory Assistant Elemental Enzymes is looking for a Laboratory Assistant to join a multidisciplinary operations team that is focused on providing support and efficiency for research scientists and technicians. Applicants should be pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or a closely related major. Students who have completed at least their sophomore year are preferred. Position Duration: Beginning early-May and potential opportunity to extend into fall semester of 2026 Elemental Enzymes was founded upon the simple belief that we must do everything we can to improve agricultural performance in a way that not only enables plants to flourish but enriches and renews the planet with eco-friendly and sustainable agricultural solutions. From products that enable effective enzyme, peptide and protein inputs to foliar treatments that hold the promise to renew entire industries, our focus to make a positive difference in the world through people – like you and me. Success is a byproduct of responsible production. That’s why Elemental Enzymes works to bring cross-disciplinary scientists and processes together to create novel solutions to practical problems with a shared goal of helping both the plant and the planet. Please fill out the application and submit a cover letter and CV/Resume. References required upon request.

Requirements

• Enrollment in a biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or related degree program.
• Understanding of basic biology concepts and methods.
• Understanding of general chemistry concepts and methods.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to budget time and manage day-to-day research project work, laboratory duties, and other assigned tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a non-classroom laboratory setting and knowledge of common wet lab equipment (e.g. autoclave, pipettes, centrifuge, spectrophotometer) is preferred, but not required.
• Eagerness to develop, learn, and adopt new methods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reagents and growth media plates while maintaining aseptic technique.
• Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and quality control of laboratory instruments.
• Operate an autoclave to sterilize labware and media.
• Follow standard operating procedures and laboratory protocols.
• Adhere to laboratory safety guidelines and maintain a safe working environment.
• Conduct research within operations to assist with the optimization of laboratory procedures.
• Learn and utilize general laboratory techniques such as using an electronic laboratory notebook (ELN) system.
• Shadow researchers performing various laboratory techniques and processes (e.g. fermentation, enzyme assays, HPLC).
• Additional responsibilities may be added at the discretion of management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees