Jobs in Palo Alto, CA

About The Position

Requirements

• BS degree in a scientific discipline
• Associate II: 1+ years of experience servicing Liquid Handlers, or 2+ years experience in a technical service role
• Familiarity with the basics of a coding language and flow control logic
• Understanding of clinical laboratory assays and their applications
• Ability to identify, analyze and solve problems with minimal direction
• Strong willingness to learn in a complex laboratory environment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent documentation skills with working knowledge of Good Document Practices (GDP)
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)

Nice To Haves

• Experience with troubleshooting liquid handler scripts is desirable
• Programming and coding experience
• Experience working in a CLIA regulated environment
• Experience developing training programs and performing knowledge transfer
• Ability to effectively work in a team environment and build strong working relationships
• High degree of initiative and self-motivation

Responsibilities

• Work in a team responsible for service, support, and troubleshooting of automated processes and instrumentation
• Execute or coordinate routine maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Perform Installation, Operational, and Performance Qualification on equipment
• Troubleshoot and triage equipment issues and involve vendors as required
• Draft documentation related to equipment operation and maintenance as needed
• Suggest process improvements and design a plan to execute them
• Maintain organized equipment parts inventory and comprehensive equipment records
• Execute special projects as assigned

Benefits

• Multiple medical benefit options; employee premiums paid 100% of select plans, dependents covered up to 80%
• Extremely generous Family Bonding Leave for new parents (16 weeks, paid at 100%)
• Free UNITY Complete NIPT testing for employees & spouses
• Supplemental fertility benefits coverage
• Retirement savings program including a 4% Company match
• Increase paid time off with increased tenure
• Latest and greatest hardware (laptop, lab equipment, facilities)
• Free daily on-site lunches provided from top eateries
• A variety of perks on campus (state of the art gym, restaurant)
• Free on-site EV charging (compatible with all EVs, including Tesla)
• Corporate bonus program
• Generous equity options offering