Lab Operations Scientist - Contract, Cambridge

Transfyr Bio; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 61,992; Full time

Job summary

A biotechnology company in Cambridge is seeking a Scientific Operations Associate to support lab operations and enhance scientific workflows. The role requires hands-on lab experience and a degree in a scientific field. Responsibilities include maintaining lab organization, drafting SOPs, and collaborating with teams. Ideal candidates possess troubleshooting skills and the ability to document and scale processes effectively. A full-time contractor position offering $30-45/hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of demonstrated hands-on lab experience with modern wet lab techniques.
• Ability to troubleshoot protocols systematically with attention to variability.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, hands-on lab environments.

Responsibilities

• Keep labs organized, stocked, and ready for daily experimentation.
• Assist with lab setup and teardown for protocols.
• Draft and maintain SOPs, protocols, QA/QC documentation.

Skills

Hands-on lab experience

Experimental design

Documentation and reproducibility

Troubleshooting protocols

Digital lab tools familiarity

Strong organizational skills

Clear communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or higher degree in a scientific or technical field

Tools

ELNs

LIMS

Job description

A biotechnology company in Cambridge is seeking a Scientific Operations Associate to support lab operations and enhance scientific workflows. The role requires hands-on lab experience and a degree in a scientific field. Responsibilities include maintaining lab organization, drafting SOPs, and collaborating with teams. Ideal candidates possess troubleshooting skills and the ability to document and scale processes effectively. A full-time contractor position offering $30-45/hour based on experience.