Laboratory Operations Technician

Varda Space IndustriesEl Segundo, CA
Onsite

About The Position

Varda Space Industries is seeking a motivated Lab Operations Technician to support day-to-day laboratory operations. This role is critical to maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked lab environment, enabling scientists to work efficiently. The Lab Technician will report to the Lab Operations Manager. This is a 6 month temp position.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biotechnology, or related field
  • 1-3 years of experience in pharmaceutical or academic research laboratory settings
  • Experienced with troubleshooting and maintenance of complex analytical instruments
  • Familiarity with basic lab techniques and safety practices, including handling and disposal of chemical waste
  • Ability to follow SOPs and maintain accurate records
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Comfortable performing repetitive tasks with consistency and care
  • Ability to lift/move boxes (up to 50 pounds)

Nice To Haves

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biotechnology, or related field
  • 3-5 years of experience in a pharmaceutical research laboratory settings
  • Hands-on experience troubleshooting and maintaining analytical instrumentation, including chromatography and mass spec, spectroscopy, thermal analysis, automation, microscopy, and crystallization (U/HPLC, CE, DLS, DSF, CD, FTIR, ELISA, MS, DSC, TGA, XRPD, Laser Diffraction)
  • Previous experience working in GLP-compliant environments

Responsibilities

  • Perform glassware cleaning, drying, and autoclaving according to established protocols
  • Perform routine decontamination of workspaces used for high-potency compound handling, including: Biological Safety Cabinets (BSCs), Ventilated Balance Enclosures (VBEs), Fume Hoods
  • Dispose of hazardous and contaminated waste in accordance with safety guidelines
  • Maintain general lab cleanliness, including benches, shared equipment, and common areas
  • Monitor inventory levels and proactively replenish lab supplies across lab areas
  • Place routine orders for lab supplies and consumables, or coordinate lab operations as needed
  • Receive, unpack, and properly store incoming materials and chemicals
  • Perform basic troubleshooting of lab equipment and infrastructure and escalate issues when appropriate
  • Perform routine upkeep tasks such as freezer defrosting and gas handling
  • Assist with simple setup tasks for experiments as needed
  • Prepare buffers, media, and common reagents according to established protocols

Benefits

  • Exciting team of professionals at the top of their field working by your side
  • Equity in a fully funded space startup with potential for significant growth (interns excluded)
  • 401(k) matching (interns excluded)
  • Unlimited PTO (interns excluded)
  • Health insurance, including Vision and Dental
  • Lunch and snacks provided on site every day. Dinners provided twice a week.
  • Maternity / Paternity leave (interns excluded)
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