Lab Research Associate I: Sample Accessioning & Inventory

Natera; San Carlos (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits

Employee Referral program

Free lunches & snacks

Job summary

Natera is seeking a Research Associate I for the RUO Accessioning team in San Carlos. You will receive, accession, and ship samples for ongoing research and development studies, ensuring accurate handling and compliant sample management.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams and use LIMS, Excel, SQL, and Google Drive to track inventory and performance. This entry‑level role requires 0–2 years in a lab and a biology degree.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in a biological science or equivalent required
• 0-2 years of related laboratory experience

Responsibilities

• Receive, catalog, and process incoming shipments of biological samples following established protocols
• Perform safe and proper handling of biological samples
• Track sample inventory and status using LIMS and/or Google Sheets; perform periodic inventory reconciliation
• Identify and promptly elevate manifest or sample discrepancies to the supervisor or manager
• Coordinate incoming and outgoing biospecimen shipments to and from CROs, partners, and collaborators
• Perform routine laboratory equipment maintenance per SOPs; recognize and elevate instrument malfunctions to the R&D equipment support team and relevant team members
• Adhere to all applicable SOPs and work instructions; participate in periodic SOP reviews
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives by applying hands‑on knowledge of routine accessioning activities
• Ensure accurate, ethical, and compliant sample management in accordance with all applicable federal regulations
• Handle PHI in paper and electronic formats as required; complete HIPAA/PHI and General Compliance training within the first 30 days of hire and maintain current training statu
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager
• Schedule note: This role requires onsite work in San Carlos, CA, with flexibility to work shifted schedules
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Skills

Pipetting techniques

Independent work

Communication

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

BS/BA in biological science

Tools

LIMS

Excel

SQL

Google Drive

Job description

Natera is seeking a Research Associate I for the RUO Accessioning team in San Carlos. You will receive, accession, and ship samples for ongoing research and development studies, ensuring accurate handling and compliant sample management.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams and use LIMS, Excel, SQL, and Google Drive to track inventory and performance. This entry‑level role requires 0–2 years in a lab and a biology degree.