Biosensor Lab Technician (Surface Chemistry)

Sarmal Inc; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Sarmal, Inc. in San Diego is seeking a Research Technician to support surface chemistry processes on a biosensor platform. This hands-on role emphasizes execution, documentation, and growing independence under supervision.

Early-career candidates with lab training are encouraged to apply, with opportunities to expand into broader experimental support as the program progresses. Ideal candidates will have foundational wet-lab experience, comfort following SOPs, and meticulous recordkeeping in a

Qualifications

• Hands-on lab experience with interfacial materials or related wet-chemistry techniques.
• Ability to follow detailed written procedures (SOPs, batch records) precisely.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability; comfortable following defined test procedures exactly as written.

Responsibilities

• Execute surface functionalization batch runs per written SOPs/batch records under direct supervision.
• Operate core surface characterization methods (fluorescence-based assays, contact angle) for routine batch checks.
• Record characterization results accurately for RA/scientist review.
• Log data in lab notebooks/ELN and flag deviations from parameters to staff.
• Maintain organized inventory of chemistry consumables and reagents used daily.

Skills

Hands-on lab experience

Follow SOPs

Attention to detail

GDP-style recordkeeping

Education

B.S. in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Biology, or related field

Tools

ELN

Batch records

Job description

Sarmal, Inc. in San Diego is seeking a Research Technician to support surface chemistry processes on a biosensor platform. This hands-on role emphasizes execution, documentation, and growing independence under supervision.

Early-career candidates with lab training are encouraged to apply, with opportunities to expand into broader experimental support as the program progresses. Ideal candidates will have foundational wet-lab experience, comfort following SOPs, and meticulous recordkeeping in a