Lab Assistant
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8 Pleasanton, CA Pleasanton, CA Full-time Full-time $22 - $44 an hour $22 - $44 an hour 13 hours ago 13 hours ago 13 hours ago Job title:
Lab Assistant Job Description The Lab Assistant will perform molecular biology and chemistry lab work by following standard operating procedure (SOP) and quality assurance/quality Control (QA/QC) system under general and technical supervision.
The successful candidate will become an important team member for material chemistry, RT-PCR, NGS and other molecular manufacturing and diagnostic services.
Required Qualifications A Bachelor's Degree in molecular biology, genetics, chemistry, or related field, is preferred but not required.
No work experience is required.
Experience of working in a molecular biology lab is preferred.
Responsibilities Perform DNA extraction from various specimen types.
Perform manufacturing of nucleic acid processing products.
Perform complex procedures include qPCR, RT-PCR and NGS library prep for sequencing services and BSL-2 diagnostic tests.
Correctly verifies that the proper specimen is being analyzed for the appropriate patients and that the appropriate test is being performed.
Performs quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of clinical data.
Validates test results through correlation with test parameters and QC metrics.
Confirms testing on abnormal values to ensure accuracy prior to releasing of results.
Performs preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on instruments and equipment.
Adheres to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
Identifies issues that may adversely affect test performance or the reporting of test results and addresses the same.
Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
Understands safety procedures relating to a laboratory to include handling of infectious biological agents as well as potentially hazardous chemicals; appropriate hazardous clean up procedures; universal precautions and infection control procedures.
Performs other duties as necessary.
Assist in new product/process development, to optimize and validate assay performance and improve laboratory processes.
Work as part of a multi-disciplinary scientific team to implement experimental and manufacturing plans and achieve project goals; Communicate results of experiments with colleagues.
Compensation and Benefits This is a full-time contractor position with a potential to convert into a full-time employee within three months if good performance.
The successful candidate is expected to be paid $22-$44 per hour based on their experience level.
Company Description Apostle is a provider of innovative technologies and services for public health and life sciences.
Why work at Apostle Opportunity - Apostle is a thriving startup located in the heart of Silicon Valley.
This is an opportunity to become an early employee of an exciting and high energy pre-IPO Research and Development company.
Passion & Challenge - We are passionate about what we do and enjoy working with others who feel the same way.
We embrace the challenge and hard work that come with working on the cutting edge.
You are given the resources you need to succeed and the freedom to make it happen; in return, you will be rewarded as the company grows.
We are looking for an enthusiastic person who understands and appreciates the entrepreneurial environment of a startup and who is willing to do what it takes to contribute to the success of the company.
Being part of a great team - We are a Stanford University StartX selected company; a BioSpace top 20 Startups to Watch (2018); a partner with Beckman Coulter Life Sciences; and our first wave of new product Apostle MiniMax is featured in Science, 2019;364(6441):
696, New Products.
Come join us.
Primary Location North America-United States-CA-Pleasanton Website:
www.
apostlebio.
com Benefit Conditions:
Waiting period may apply Only full-time employees eligible This Company Describes Its Culture as:
Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative Contract Length:
5 - 6 months 7 - 11 months 1 year Contract Renewal:
Likely Full Time Opportunity:
Yes Work Remotely No Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$22.
00 - $44.
00 per hour
Benefits:
Professional development assistance Schedule:
Monday to Friday Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
relevant:
1 year (Preferred) Work Location:
In person Required Qualifications Why work at Apostle.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
8 Pleasanton, CA Pleasanton, CA Full-time Full-time $22 - $44 an hour $22 - $44 an hour 13 hours ago 13 hours ago 13 hours ago Job title:
Lab Assistant Job Description The Lab Assistant will perform molecular biology and chemistry lab work by following standard operating procedure (SOP) and quality assurance/quality Control (QA/QC) system under general and technical supervision.
The successful candidate will become an important team member for material chemistry, RT-PCR, NGS and other molecular manufacturing and diagnostic services.
Required Qualifications A Bachelor's Degree in molecular biology, genetics, chemistry, or related field, is preferred but not required.
No work experience is required.
Experience of working in a molecular biology lab is preferred.
Responsibilities Perform DNA extraction from various specimen types.
Perform manufacturing of nucleic acid processing products.
Perform complex procedures include qPCR, RT-PCR and NGS library prep for sequencing services and BSL-2 diagnostic tests.
Correctly verifies that the proper specimen is being analyzed for the appropriate patients and that the appropriate test is being performed.
Performs quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of clinical data.
Validates test results through correlation with test parameters and QC metrics.
Confirms testing on abnormal values to ensure accuracy prior to releasing of results.
Performs preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on instruments and equipment.
Adheres to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
Identifies issues that may adversely affect test performance or the reporting of test results and addresses the same.
Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
Understands safety procedures relating to a laboratory to include handling of infectious biological agents as well as potentially hazardous chemicals; appropriate hazardous clean up procedures; universal precautions and infection control procedures.
Performs other duties as necessary.
Assist in new product/process development, to optimize and validate assay performance and improve laboratory processes.
Work as part of a multi-disciplinary scientific team to implement experimental and manufacturing plans and achieve project goals; Communicate results of experiments with colleagues.
Compensation and Benefits This is a full-time contractor position with a potential to convert into a full-time employee within three months if good performance.
The successful candidate is expected to be paid $22-$44 per hour based on their experience level.
Company Description Apostle is a provider of innovative technologies and services for public health and life sciences.
Why work at Apostle Opportunity - Apostle is a thriving startup located in the heart of Silicon Valley.
This is an opportunity to become an early employee of an exciting and high energy pre-IPO Research and Development company.
Passion & Challenge - We are passionate about what we do and enjoy working with others who feel the same way.
We embrace the challenge and hard work that come with working on the cutting edge.
You are given the resources you need to succeed and the freedom to make it happen; in return, you will be rewarded as the company grows.
We are looking for an enthusiastic person who understands and appreciates the entrepreneurial environment of a startup and who is willing to do what it takes to contribute to the success of the company.
Being part of a great team - We are a Stanford University StartX selected company; a BioSpace top 20 Startups to Watch (2018); a partner with Beckman Coulter Life Sciences; and our first wave of new product Apostle MiniMax is featured in Science, 2019;364(6441):
696, New Products.
Come join us.
Primary Location North America-United States-CA-Pleasanton Website:
www.
apostlebio.
com Benefit Conditions:
Waiting period may apply Only full-time employees eligible This Company Describes Its Culture as:
Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative Contract Length:
5 - 6 months 7 - 11 months 1 year Contract Renewal:
Likely Full Time Opportunity:
Yes Work Remotely No Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$22.
00 - $44.
00 per hour
Benefits:
Professional development assistance Schedule:
Monday to Friday Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
relevant:
1 year (Preferred) Work Location:
In person Required Qualifications Why work at Apostle.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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