Research Associate 1

Natera • San Carlos, CA

2h • $25 - $30 • Remote

About The Position

The Research Associate 1 performs routine activities on the RUO Accessioning team. Works with multidisciplinary teams and performs sample receipt, accessioning, and send out for ongoing research and development studies as part of the Signatera RUO team. This role works with PHI on a regular basis both in paper and electronic form and has access to various technologies to access PHI (paper and electronic) in order to perform the job. Employee must complete training relating to HIPAA/PHI privacy, General Policies and Procedure Compliance training and security training as soon as possible but not later than the first 30 days of hire.

Requirements

• BS/BA in a biological science or equivalent required
• 0-2 years of related laboratory experience
• Extremely familiar with good pipetting practices (single and multi-channel micropipettes, serological pipettes)
• Working knowledge of LIMS/database query tools
• Able to operate independently in lab under general supervision with minimal human error
• Excellent with Google Drive including Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Forms
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to think creatively and analytically with strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Team player with demonstrated strong interpersonal skills with an ability to build effective working relationships within functional area
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced, evolving environment, and manage competing priorities

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel and SQL highly preferred
• Experience with laboratory automation is a plus

Responsibilities

• Receive and catalog shipments of biological samples
• Perform safe and proper handling of biological samples
• Perform routine laboratory equipment maintenance as defined in standard operating procedures
• Recognize equipment and instrument malfunctions and escalate to R&D equipment support team and relevant team members
• Track sample inventory and status using LIMS and/or Google Sheets
• Perform sample inventory reconciliation
• Recognize manifest or sample discrepancies and escalate to supervisor and project manager in a timely manner
• Perform incoming and outgoing biospecimen shipments to/from contract research organizations (CROs), partners, and collaborators
• Adhere to standard operating procedures (SOP) and periodically review SOPs and other work instructions
• Draw on well-rounded knowledge of routine activities in order to suggest and contribute to process improvements
• Ensure accurate, ethical, and appropriate management of samples in compliance with all applicable federal regulations
• Performs other duties as specified by manager

Benefits

• comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents
• free testing
• fertility care benefits
• pregnancy and baby bonding leave
• 401k benefits
• commuter benefits
• generous employee referral program

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level