Natera · 23 hours ago
Lab Associate
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$19.52/hr - $25/hrNatera is a global leader in cell-free DNA testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. The Laboratory Associate is responsible for supporting R&D laboratories, managing inventory, communicating with vendors, and ensuring laboratory safety and compliance.
BiotechnologyGeneticsHealth DiagnosticsMedicalWomen's
Responsibilities
Track Laboratory Support Requests using established systems, regularly update requestors and ensure timely request resolutions
Clear and effective communication with R&D teams to ensure requests are adequately resolved
Communicate with vendors to obtain price quotes, equipment demonstrations, equipment deliveries, order updates, tracking information etc
Submit purchase requests using established systems and track purchases through delivery to the requestor
Conduct regular inventory checks of laboratory spaces to ensure adequate supplies are available
Perform regular safety checks of the laboratory spaces and monitor chemical and biohazardous waste streams in accordance with environmental health and safety requirements
Contribute to laboratory safety newsletters
Assist with regular safety audits and perform corrective actions as needed
Handle shipping and receiving of materials, chemicals and equipment in compliance with safety and regulatory standards
Provide feedback on lab processes, suggesting improvements for efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness
Assist with instrument installations and qualifications per equipment protocols as needed
Perform routine equipment maintenance procedures as needed
Perform routine laboratory equipment checks as needed
Qualification
Required
BS/BA in biomedical engineering, biological sciences or related fields
Industry-related experience, especially in supporting laboratories
Preferred
Inventory management skills
Customer Service skills
Experience working in BSLI and BSLII laboratories as well as familiarity with Biosafety requirements and guidelines as established by applicable regulatory bodies such as OSHA and CDC
Familiar with DNA Isolation and Purification, PCR, Cell Culture, Next Generation Sequencing, etc
Familiar with LIMS
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents
Free testing in addition to fertility care benefits
Pregnancy and baby bonding leave
401k benefits
Commuter benefits
Generous employee referral program
Company
Natera
Natera specializes in cell-free DNA testing to provide a more targeted interventions to oncology, women's health, and organ health.
Founded in 2004
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (90)
2024 (72)
2023 (37)
2022 (71)
2021 (64)
2020 (40)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.16BKey Investors
Sofinnova InvestmentsLightspeed Venture PartnersSequoia Capital
2023-09-07Post Ipo Equity· $250M
2022-11-15Post Ipo Equity· $400.05M
2022-03-16Post Ipo Equity· $5M
Leadership Team
Steve Chapman
CEO
Jonathan Sheena
Co-Founder, Board Member
Recent News
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