Life Science Lab Technician (Onsite, 1-Year)

Stanford University; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford University, within the School of Engineering, seeks a Lab Assistant (Life Science Research Professional 1) to support a faculty lab on the Stanford main campus. The position spans device engineering, materials science, and molecular biology, with involvement in device fabrication, in vitro testing, and pre-clinical animal work.

The role emphasizes accurate record-keeping, stock management, and collaboration across researchers while enabling growth through exposure to safety procedures

Qualifications

• Lab Assistant role supporting a faculty lab in an interdisciplinary project at the intersection of device engineering, materials science, and molecular biology.
• Responsibilities include device fabrication, in vitro testing, and pre-clinical testing in animals, with accurate record-keeping and stock management.
• Requires maintaining mammalian cell lines, performing biomolecular assays, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform fabrication and testing of devices (under direction) using laboratory protocols and equipment.
• Maintain mammalian cell lines and perform biomolecular assays (ELISA, qPCR, western blots, immunohistology staining).
• Conduct microfabrication, engineering, and electrical/electronic testing of device platforms.
• Carry out animal work including surgeries, bleeds, and glucose measurements.
• Keep accurate logs of all experiments and communicate findings to supervisor.
• Attend safety trainings for handling hazardous materials and ensure compliance with protocols.
• Conduct literature searches, compile information for journals, and share techniques with PI and team.
• Contribute to teamwork within and between departments.

Job description

Stanford University, within the School of Engineering, seeks a Lab Assistant (Life Science Research Professional 1) to support a faculty lab on the Stanford main campus. The position spans device engineering, materials science, and molecular biology, with involvement in device fabrication, in vitro testing, and pre-clinical animal work.

The role emphasizes accurate record-keeping, stock management, and collaboration across researchers while enabling growth through exposure to safety procedures