Berkeley Lab · 1 week ago
Technical Assistant (Joint Genome Institute)
Berkeley, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$22.15/hr - $32.25/hr
1+ years expBerkeley Lab’s Joint Genome Institute is seeking a Technical Assistant to join their Lab Operations Team. The role involves supporting laboratory maintenance tasks, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and assisting with general lab operations.
Research
No H1B
Responsibilities
Perform routine laboratory tasks, including washing, drying, and sterilizing labware
Coordinate dishwashing, autoclaving, media preparation, and pipette tip filling/sterilization
Operate industrial autoclaves, washers, dryers, and water distiller systems
Package and sterilize pipette tips
Deliver clean and sterile glassware and plasticware to designated stocking locations
Notify the supervisor when equipment requires maintenance or service calls
Perform routine administrative tasks such as filing and photocopying
Conduct weekly autoclave quality testing using two approved methods
Monitor, collect, and replace sharps and broken glass collection containers
Assist the Storeroom Manager with maintaining storeroom inventory and shelf stock
Maintain laboratory sink supplies
Ensure a clean, safe, and organized work area at all times
Comply with environmental health and safety regulations
Maintain accurate records of all work performed
Prepare stock solutions and buffers according to standard protocols
Waste collection, supply distribution, freezer defrosting, and scraping of -80 degree freezers
Provide backup support for Shipping and Receiving Material Handlers
Assist laboratory managers with general organization and cleaning of laboratory areas
Monitor water stations and refill as required
Monitor all safety glass, glove, and shoe cover stations and restock supplies as needed
Qualification
Required
A minimum of 1 year of technical college courses or equivalent laboratory experience
Thorough understanding of routine laboratory operations, including maintenance of glassware, solutions, and supplies
General knowledge of routine laboratory protocols, including basic scientific skills to carry out standard laboratory procedures
Familiarity with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) donning/doffing and incident reporting pathways (supporting team safety culture)
Strong organizational skills, including an ability to work accurately with a high attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to provide excellent customer service in a professional service-oriented manner
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately
Must be able to perform the following physical requirements: Lift and move up to 45 pounds, Kneel, walk, and stand for extended periods of time
Preferred
Experience using glassware washers and autoclaves
Good working knowledge of chemical inventory procedures and chemical safety practices
Benefits
Exceptional health and retirement benefits, including pension or 401K-style plans
A culture where you’ll belong - we are invested in our teams!
In addition to accruing vacation and sick time, we also have a Winter Holiday Shutdown every year.
Parental bonding leave (for both mothers and fathers)
Pet insurance
Company
Berkeley Lab
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