Lab Support Technician

Tranzeal Incorporated; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Tranzeal Incorporated in San Francisco seeks a reliable lab support technician to assist daily lab operations, focusing on glassware cleaning, sterilization, inventory management, and general lab support.

Ideal candidate is detail-oriented and comfortable with repetitive manual tasks. You will follow SOPs and safety guidelines, operate glasswashing equipment and autoclaves, manage inventory, and assist with routine cleaning and decontamination.

Qualifications

• Lab or science background preferred.
• Comfort with repetitive manual tasks.
• Attention to detail and reliability.
• Ability to follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Collect dirty glassware and distribute clean glassware.
• Operate glasswashing equipment and autoclaves.
• Hand-wash glassware when required.
• Maintain inventory of glassware and cleaning supplies.
• Monitor and replenish glasswashing consumables.
• Perform routine cleaning of ultrasonic equipment and assist with decontamination.
• Prepare laboratory media by following recipes and sterilization procedures.
• Follow SOPs, safety guidelines and laboratory procedures.

Skills

Lab experience

Attention to detail

Inventory management

Sterilization techniques

Glassware washing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Autoclave operation

Glasswashing equipment

Ultrasonic cleaner

Job description

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Job Overview:

We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented lab support technician to support daily laboratory operations, primarily handling glassware cleaning, sterilization, inventory management, and general lab support activities. Previous laboratory or science experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect dirty glassware and distribute clean glassware throughout the facility.
• Operate glasswashing equipment and autoclaves for cleaning and sterilization.
• Hand-wash glassware when required, including during autoclave downtime.
• Maintain inventory of glassware and laboratory cleaning supplies.
• Monitor and replenish glasswashing consumables.
• Perform routine cleaning of ultrasonic equipment and assist with BSC/LFH maintenance and decontamination.
• Prepare laboratory media by following established recipes and sterilization procedures.
• Follow SOPs, safety guidelines, and laboratory procedures.

Requirements:

• Lab/science background preferred, but not required.
• Must be comfortable with repetitive, hands-on tasks and manual glassware washing.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and ability to follow procedures.
• Ability to handle inventory management and maintain an organized workspa