Lab Technician

Rapidly Growing Life Sciences Technology Company

Ultima Genomics is a rapidly growing company that is developing ground-breaking genomics technologies. Our mission is to continuously drive the scale of genomic information to enable unprecedented advances in biology and improvements in human health. We have developed a foundational new approach to sequencing at scale that overcomes limitations due to the high costs of current technologies. We are well-funded and have raised approximately $600 million from global top-tier investors. Our team brings together unique and diverse expertise across multiple disciplines, from healthcare and life sciences, to engineering, to technology and software and beyond. We are a collaborative group, including successful entrepreneurs, chemists, hardware and software engineers, genomics and biotechnology experts, molecular and computational biologists, software and algorithm experts, and operations and commercial leaders. Join us to develop and commercialize technologies that unleash the power of genomics at scale and empower the future of human health. 

We are looking for a highly motivated Lab Technician to join our team!

As a Lab Technician, you will play a critical role in the development and commercialization of products that will have a major impact on the life science field.

This opportunity is an onsite full-time Saturday-Wednesday contracting position based in our Fremont, CA office.

How You’ll Contribute

• Synthesize novel particle formulations in aqueous media
• Conduct process optimizations to ensure final formulations conform to internal specifications with respect to downstream performance, stability, and reproducibility
• Independently execute various assays and experiments to characterize the physicochemical properties of new particle formulations
• Spend most working hours in the lab (90% lab work, 10% computer work)
• Work in a multidisciplinary environment comprising biochemists, molecular biologists, and engineers to drive toward company goals
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• BS or AA degree in chemistry, biochemistry, bioengineering, chemical engineering, materials science, or a closely related field, with relevant hands-on laboratory experience
• 1-3 years of relevant work experience. Exceptional new undergraduates with relevant academic research experience will be considered. Relevant work experience required if applying with an AA’s degree
• Proven hands-on experience working in a wet lab environment in an academic research or industry setting
• Proficient and comfortable with the safe use of common chemistry lab equipment and glassware
• Ability to exhibit competency with basic organic chemistry concepts and reactions
• Understands the differentiation and utilization of data driven deep dives and high-level summaries as well as goal setting
• Fast learner with a strong sense of urgency, a can-do attitude, and motivation to get the best out of team and co-workers. Loves and thrives in a fast-paced and demanding startup environment
• Highly organized and has outstanding time/operation management abilities
• Excellent communication skills and ability to adhere to company guidelines & policies
• Experience with chemical or biochemical characterization methods, including any of the following but not limited to: UV-vis and fluorescence spectroscopy, DLS, flow cytometry, SDS-PAGE, PCR, is a plus
• Previous experience with bioconjugation chemistry and/or surface chemistry and knowledge of protein chemistry is a plus
• Background in developing or working with micro- or nanoparticle formulations, know-how in polymer chemistry, proficient in molecular biology is a plus

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Ultima Genomics is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. See also Ultima Genomics’ EEO Policy and Know Your Rights. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting recruiting@ultimagen.com.