Molecular Biology Technician - Temporary

Debut Biotech•San Diego, CA

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

Debut Biotechnology is seeking a Molecular Biology Technician to aid in preparing microbial growth media, microbiology plates, and stock solutions. This individual will be a critical contributor to our research and production teams by performing various lab support duties. The role requires multiple hands-on tasks, including cleaning and autoclaving glassware and small equipment. The ideal candidate would be an organized, detail-oriented, proactive, resourceful, and highly motivated team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Requirements

Associate degree + 1 year of experience; OR High School Diploma/GED + 2 years of experience.
Experience with laboratory equipment and techniques (pH meter, autoclave, weighing, pipetting, aseptic technique, plate pouring).
Ability to understand, question, and follow detailed work instructions precisely.
Ability to perform complex laboratory procedures reproducibly.
Excellent organizational, time management, and record keeping skills.
Ability to stand for long periods of time (50% of workday), squat, bend, waist twist, kneel, climb stairs, reach up to shoulder height, and routinely lift/carry/push/pull up to 30 lbs.
Must be willing to work with biohazardous agents (up to BSL2) and chemicals.

Nice To Haves

1 year of experience in a microbiology lab or 1-3 years of experience in a research or analytical lab.

Responsibilities

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment.
Perform glassware cleaning and sterilization.
Prepare chemistry/microbiology lab reagents such as buffers, cell growth media, analytical standard solutions, and microbiology plates while following established SOPs
Assist other team members with experiment setup, sample collection, and analysis.
Maintain suitable supplies of lab reagents as needed and notify purchasing when raw materials reorders are necessary
Ability to work off hours and weekends as needed.