Associate Scientist — Lab Operations & Continuous Improvement

Seeds Renewables; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Seeds Renewables in San Diego is seeking a laboratory associate to execute supervisor plans and complete activities aligned with individual goals. The role emphasizes meeting sponsor needs, following testing procedures, and accurate reporting in lab notebooks.

The position requires proactive problem solving, willingness to work overtime when deadlines demand, and a commitment to honesty, integrity, and LEAN initiatives within the lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Executes plan/schedule developed by supervisor.
• Completes activities aligned with personal goals; proactively addresses work issues.
• Focuses on meeting Sponsors' needs and customer expectations.
• Understands overtime is sometimes required to meet deadlines.
• Follows established procedures to complete routine testing; may develop simple solutions.
• Performs calculations as required by test methods and protocols.
• Uses computers for information access, calculations, and reporting.
• Communicates clearly; documents conclusions in laboratory notebooks and informs supervisor.
• Pursues learning and skill development; independently seeks out work.
• Maintains honesty, integrity and compliance in lab work.
• Supports LEAN initiatives.

Job description

Seeds Renewables in San Diego is seeking a laboratory associate to execute supervisor plans and complete activities aligned with individual goals. The role emphasizes meeting sponsor needs, following testing procedures, and accurate reporting in lab notebooks.

The position requires proactive problem solving, willingness to work overtime when deadlines demand, and a commitment to honesty, integrity, and LEAN initiatives within the lab environment.