What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Technician position at nanopathinc?
Nanopath is developing a first-in-class in vitro diagnostics platform to transform how diseases are diagnosed. We aim to replace lengthy molecular testing workflows by bringing rapid, high-quality diagnostics closer to the patient. Our mission is to improve patient outcomes – starting with women – through a purpose-built platform that delivers actionable results within a single office visit.
The company is headquartered at The Engine, the premier tough technology incubator in the Kendall Square ecosystem. We are collectively committed to health equity and the design of solutions for underserved populations and low-resource settings. Corporate sustainability – both environmental and social – is at the forefront of our decision making.
About the Role: Nanopath is seeking a Laboratory Technician that will be responsible for the day-to-day experimental support and laboratory operations.
- Execute established SOPs in support of Nanopath R&D team.
- Support R&D teams experimental needs by preparing key components, buffers, and other materials to enable high-throughput experimentation.
- Ensure quality of incoming materials by performing quality inspections though documentation review and/or initial testing.
- Independently conduct stability studies for key materials.
- Assist engineering team with routine manufacturing of diagnostic consumable.
- Oversee routine lab management, inventory management, consumable ordering and stocking, and occasional equipment maintenance.
Desired Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in biology or chemistry with lab experience OR Associate’s Degree with 2 years of industry experience.
- Experience working in biological laboratories with ability to repeatably execute experiments using established protocols.
- Extremely well-organized with a high level of efficiency, attention to detail, and motivation for completing tasks accurately and on time.
- Excellent communication, written, and presentation skills.
- Passionate about Nanopath’s mission for developing a purpose-built solution for women’s health.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Nanopath we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every point in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!
Nanopath Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Nanopath does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies and we will not be responsible for any fees related to resumes that are unsolicited. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement will automatically become the property of Nanopath, and Nanopath will not owe any referral or other fees with respect thereto.