Applications Lab Associate: Fast-Paced R&D Support

Socket.dev; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Equity or incentive compensation

Job summary

Osmo, a digital olfaction company based in Elizabeth, NJ, seeks a Lab Associate to join our Applications Lab Operations team. This role supports R&D experiments, sample prep, inventory control, and safety compliance in a fast-paced lab environment.

The successful candidate will have a chemistry degree, strong safety practices, and excellent organizational and teamwork skills to help maintain high standards of quality and efficiency in daily operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of chemical safety protocols and safe laboratory practices.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adapt to changing project needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare application samples and solutions to support testing, experimentation, and project objectives.
• Organize and maintain chemical inventory, ensuring accurate records and availability of required materials for daily sample preparation.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and manage supply inventory, including proactive ordering of chemicals and consumables.
• Follow strict chemical safety protocols for handling, storage, and disposal to ensure a safe work environment.
• Operate liquid-handling instruments to prepare mixtures, formulas, and test samples with precision.
• Collaborate with testing teams and the Lab Manager to maintain workflow, anticipate daily priorities, and support ongoing projects.
• Ensure adherence to procedures, documentation standards, and quality expectations.
• Multitask and problem solve effectively while meeting project deadlines in both independent and team based settings.
• Support additional lab duties as assigned, contributing to a safe, organized, and efficient laboratory environment.

Skills

Chemical safety

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork/communication

Lab sample prep

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Job description

Osmo, a digital olfaction company based in Elizabeth, NJ, seeks a Lab Associate to join our Applications Lab Operations team. This role supports R&D experiments, sample prep, inventory control, and safety compliance in a fast-paced lab environment.

The successful candidate will have a chemistry degree, strong safety practices, and excellent organizational and teamwork skills to help maintain high standards of quality and efficiency in daily operations.