Laboratory Technician

Job Description

Job title: Laboratory Technician

Employment Type: Hourly, On-site

Job statement: The Laboratory Technician plays a key role in supporting daily R&D operations and materials management. This position bridges laboratory production and logistics functions — ensuring that materials, equipment, and documentation flow efficiently through the manufacturing process. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and eager to learn in a collaborative biotech environment.

Location: Santa Barbara, CA

About Us

Aptitude Medical Systems is a startup deep-tech healthcare company. Our mission is democratizing diagnostics by empowering individuals to access their health and diagnostic information anytime, anywhere. Aptitude created a simple, accurate, and easy-to-use diagnostic platform that fits in the palm of the hand and allows anyone to run a complex lab-quality PCR test in their own hands in minutes. Aptitude’s lead products, Metrix® COVID-19 Test and COVID/Flu Test, are FDA-authorized molecular diagnostic tests to work with swab samples for at-home and over-the-counter use without physician supervision, and we have a product pipeline that includes tests for a wide range of health and wellness conditions. Imagine being able to consult your doctor, run the diagnostic tests you need, and get a prescription without having to leave your home. That's the future we're building. Come join us!

About The Role

We are seeking a motivated and reliable Laboratory Technician to join our operations team. This entry-level position supports both production activities and material logistics, ensuring smooth and efficient daily operations. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and enjoys hands-on work in a fast-paced environment. In this position, you will be working closely with a cross-functional team of mission-driven scientists and engineers to drive the invention and development of novel diagnostic products.

The work location for this position is Santa Barbara, California – an idyllic location offering immense natural beauty, outdoor adventure, big city amenities in a mid-sized town, and easy access to California’s metropolitan centers.

Responsibilities

• Assist in routine production processes, including material preparation, assembly, and testing under established protocols.
• Operate and maintain laboratory or production equipment as trained.
• Receive, inspect, and record incoming materials and components.
• Organize and maintain raw material and finished goods inventory.
• Coordinate and prepare outgoing shipments, ensuring proper documentation and labeling. Monitor stock levels and communicate restock needs in a timely manner.
• Work closely with internal teams to track materials and production schedules.
• In this dynamic working environment, other responsibilities may be added.
  
  

Qualifications

• Humble, transparent, and embodying a team-first attitude.
• Reliable, meticulous, and hard-working.
• Independent, resourceful, and self-motivated.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field (or equivalent hands-on experience).
• Ability to follow written procedures and work independently after training.
• Comfortable working in lab and warehouse environments (lifting up to 25 lbs).
  
  

Benefits

• Growth opportunities inherent to a fast-growing startup.
• Supportive team culture with hands-on training and career development
• Exposure to cross-functional work in biotech manufacturing.
• Competitive compensation.
  
  

Aptitude Medical Systems is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local law.