Laboratory Operations Technician | Berkeley Build-Out & R&D Support

ProEquip; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Hadrian, a nonprofit in Berkeley, seeks an organized Laboratory Technician to support the build-out and daily operations of the new Berkeley facility. You will ensure safe, efficient lab functioning and support a rigorous scientific program in a high-performance environment.

This onsite, full-time role reports to the R&D Operations Leader in Berkeley. The ideal candidate values operational excellence, autonomy, and contributing to a growing startup-like laboratory build-out.

Qualifications

• Experience installing, qualifying, and operating complex analytical or testing instrumentation.
• Strong organizational skills and track record of building SOPs, calibration records, PM programs, and LIMS documentation.
• Ability to work autonomously with remote leadership.
• Strong written and verbal communication with timely reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee facility build-out, installation, qualification, and commissioning of instrumentation.
• Maintain SOPs, records, inventory, and sample chain of custody.
• Support lab information management system usage and data integrity.
• Coordinate external partners, vendors, and visiting collaborators.
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental compliance across activities.

Skills

Instrumentation management

Project coordination

Autonomy

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical engineering, chemistry, industrial hygiene, or related field

5+ years laboratory management experience

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Hadrian, a nonprofit in Berkeley, seeks an organized Laboratory Technician to support the build-out and daily operations of the new Berkeley facility. You will ensure safe, efficient lab functioning and support a rigorous scientific program in a high-performance environment.

This onsite, full-time role reports to the R&D Operations Leader in Berkeley. The ideal candidate values operational excellence, autonomy, and contributing to a growing startup-like laboratory build-out.