Lab Technician for Microfabrication (part-time)

Cerebras; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Shennon Bio, located in San Francisco, seeks a part-time laboratory technician to assist with microfluidic device fabrication and lab maintenance. You will work closely with the research team to support ongoing projects and ensure smooth lab operation.

The ideal candidate is a student in engineering with hands-on experience in microfabrication, cleanroom protocols, and microfluidic device fabrication. The role offers 10–15 hours per week with collaboration and safety at the forefront.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in an engineering discipline.
• Experience with microfabrication techniques and cleanroom protocols is required (academic experience will suffice).
• Familiarity with microfluidic device fabrication is required.
• Experience with injection molding and solvent bonding is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and fabrication of microfluidic devices using techniques such as photolithography, soft lithography, and other relevant methods.
• Prepare and maintain cleanroom and BSL-2 environments, including proper handling and disposal of chemicals and materials.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of experiments, procedures, and results.
• Collaborate with researchers to develop and optimize fabrication protocols.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Microfabrication techniques

Cleanroom protocols

Microfluidic device fabrication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in engineering

Tools

Photolithography

Soft lithography

Injection molding

Solvent bonding

Lab equipment operation

Job description

We are a well-funded biotech company that is redefining drug discovery and development through our fully integrated platform. We combine ultra-high-throughput microfluidics driven functional screening, computational engineering, and translational immunology into a unified engine. Rather than approaching drug development as a series of disconnected steps, we seamlessly integrate the discovery of novel targets, functional screening of binders, computational optimization, and predictive safety assessment to develop more better and safer therapeutics. This end-to-end approach enables faster iteration, deeper biological insight, and the development of better drugs with greater precision and confidence.

We are looking for a part-time laboratory technician to join our interdisciplinary team. The primary responsibility of this position will be to assist with the fabrication and testing of microfluidic devices, as well as general maintenance and upkeep of our lab. The successful candidate will work closely with our research team to support ongoing projects and ensure the smooth operation of the laboratory.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design and fabrication of microfluidic devices using techniques such as photolithography, soft lithography, and other relevant methods.
• Prepare and maintain cleanroom and BSL-2 environments, including proper handling and disposal of chemicals and materials.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of experiments, procedures, and results.
• Collaborate with researchers to develop and optimize fabrication protocols.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in an engineering discipline.
• Experience with microfabrication techniques and cleanroom protocols is required (academic experience will suffice).
• Familiarity with microfluidic device fabrication is required.
• Experience with injection molding and solvent bonding is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

Job Type:

Part-time position, approximately 10-15 hours per week split between 2-3 days. Schedule to be determined based on mutual agreement.

Company Culture:

Collaboration, Ownership and Authenticity.

Shennon Bio is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Salary range $20-$25 per hour.