Lab Technician Lead (San Francisco)

About Plasmidsaurus

Plasmidsaurus is on a mission to accelerate new cures and promote a healthier planet by unlocking a new level of productivity for scientists. Our sequencing services are used daily by thousands of innovators including Nobel laureates Fortune 100 pharma and over 70000 scientists.

We began by revolutionizing plasmid sequencing making it exponentially cheaper and faster with innovative sequencing technologies and a global network of laboratories that turn samples into answers in hours not weeks.

Now we are expanding that same disruptive model across all of genomics. With the launch of our new RNA-seq service we are taking a bold step toward our vision to sequence everything providing scientists everywhere with faster simpler and more affordable access to the data that powers discovery.

Every team member at Plasmidsaurus plays a crucial role in driving the future of biotech research. Together we are building the worlds most efficient sequencing engine that operates overnight scales globally and helps scientists make breakthroughs faster than ever before.

LOCATION & HOURS

This is an in-office in our South San Francisco CA location.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday starting at 3:30 pm. Plasmidsaurus will confirm the working hours before an offer of employment but candidates should be aware of the non-traditional schedule upon applying to the role.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Our Lab Leads play a crucial role in our laboratory operations focusing on the accurate and efficient execution of DNA library preparation and sequencing while helping keep our workflows running smoothly. Youre the one supporting the team answering questions and helping troubleshoot issues so results get to customers faster. Lab Leads prepare samples operate sequencing equipment monitor pipeline progress and help ensure data quality and turnaround expectations are met. Your job duties will include:

• Sample Preparation & Instrument Operation: Prepare and troubleshoot DNA samples for sequencing; operate and maintain sequencing and liquid handling instruments; monitor performance and resolve equipment issues.

• Data Quality & Analysis: Review sequencing output perform quality control collaborate with bioinformaticians and monitor pipeline progress to ensure timely delivery.

• Shift Support & Workflow Decisions: Answer questions clarify SOP steps make real-time judgment calls and step in to clear bottlenecks when turnaround expectations are at risk.

• Task & Workload Balancing: Adjust task distribution during shifts to maintain fairness efficiency and consistent throughput.

• Safety Compliance & Documentation: Uphold safety protocols reinforce PPE and waste-disposal procedures maintain accurate documentation escalate safety concerns without delay and support a clean organized lab environment.

• Training Coaching & Performance Awareness: Train new hires using SOPs and side-by-side walkthroughs reinforce good habits answer technical questions and share performance-related observations with the Lab Manager.

• Inventory & Logistics Coordination: Track consumables notify the Lab Manager when supplies need ordering and coordinate shipment consumables for customers to ensure timely deliveries.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Lab Experience: Experience performing DNA extraction and/or sequencing workflows and 2 years of hands-on experience in a high-throughput laboratory environment are required.

• Leadership Experience: Demonstrated leadership in a laboratory environment including guiding teammates through complex workflows prioritizing tasks resolving bottlenecks and helping uphold operational standards during high-throughput shifts.

• Problem Solver: Creative problem solver who can dig into an issue and figure out ways to resolve it.

• Lifelong Learner: Curious and committed to continuous learning and staying updated on the latest scientific trends.

• Detail-Oriented & Organized: Meticulous attention to detail and ability to stay organized while working on multiple projects at a time.

• Proactive: Self-starter with a proactive attitude and the ability to work independently.

• Communication: Excellent communication skills with strong interpersonal ability to clearly communicate ideas coach peers and collaborate across lab locations.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

This position is open to candidates who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of employment. We are unable to provide sponsorship or transfer of sponsorship.

We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesnt perfectly align with the job description as we seek out diverse and creative perspectives. Team members who love to learn and collaborate in an inclusive environment will thrive with us. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status. If you need additional accommodations to feel comfortable during your interview process please let us know at

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