iPSC Lab Technician — Hands-On Stem Cell Research

Canventa Life Sciences, Inc.; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Canventa Life Sciences, Inc. is seeking a Lab Technician, iPSC to join our team in Emeryville. You will culture human iPSCs, differentiate them into cell types, and grow your skills in qPCR and flow cytometry while supporting quality control and safety compliance.

Role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and precise record-keeping in a regulated manufacturing or research environment. The schedule is Wednesday through Sunday, with emphasis on aseptic technique and data integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, or related field; up to 2 years lab/cell-culture experience, or an Associate’s degree with 2+ years of lab experience.
• Experience with mammalian or stem-cell culture, aseptic techniques, cell counting, passaging, and cryopreservation; production experience preferred.
• Ability to follow SOPs, document activities, and operate in regulated manufacturing or quality environments.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate data/documentation per SOPs; excellent communication in a team.
• Ability to work with others, seek guidance when needed, and maintain safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine iPSC culture tasks including passaging, seeding, counting, cryopreservation, sampling, and media preparation using aseptic techniques and SOPs.
• Execute assays such as PCR/qPCR, flow cytometry, immunofluorescence staining, and microscopy; monitor cell behavior and outcomes.
• Complete batch records, logs, and assay documentation; report deviations promptly.
• Maintain lab cleanliness, equipment, and supply inventory; ensure safety compliance.
• Collaborate with team to support daily operations and training; follow procedures beyond guidelines when needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology/Biotechnology

Associate’s degree with lab experience

Tools

qPCR

Flow cytometry

Cryopreservation

Immunofluorescence

Job description

Canventa Life Sciences, Inc. is seeking a Lab Technician, iPSC to join our team in Emeryville. You will culture human iPSCs, differentiate them into cell types, and grow your skills in qPCR and flow cytometry while supporting quality control and safety compliance.

Role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and precise record-keeping in a regulated manufacturing or research environment. The schedule is Wednesday through Sunday, with emphasis on aseptic technique and data integrity.