Quality Lab Technician - GMP/BSL-2 Cleanroom

Phobio, LLC; San Carlos (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 79,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Door Dash Credit

Job summary

Sapho Bio is seeking a meticulous Lab Technician to support batch release testing, cleanroom maintenance, and USP-compliant assays in a BSL-2 environment. The role involves qPCR sterility testing, endotoxin assays, and rigorous documentation, collaborating with founding scientists to uphold high quality standards.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, capable of independent work in a compliant setting, and committed to continuous improvement within a fast-paced, ISO/USP-driven environment in

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience supporting laboratory operations or quality control testing.
• Bachelor-level degree in biology, biochemistry, microbiology, chemistry, or related STEM field.
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational and follow-through skills.
• Excellent written communication skills; primary communication is written.
• Proficiency in pipetting and standard wet lab techniques.
• Strong reading comprehension for SOPs, literature, and USP chapters.
• Ability to leverage technology and tools to improve efficiency.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines.
• Willingness to reside in San Carlos area and commute 30 minutes.

Responsibilities

• Batch Release Testing: verify lots and chain of custody documentation.
• Sterility Testing: perform qPCR testing in ISO 5 within ISO 7 cleanroom.
• Assay Support: endotoxin (LAL), potency, and antimicrobial testing per USP guidelines.
• Cleanroom Compliance: maintain ISO cleanroom and BSL-2 laboratory compliance, including monitoring.
• Documentation: record methods and results per cGMP/GLP with accuracy.
• Scientific Literature: read and summarize papers and USP chapters relevant to operations.

Skills

Lab operations experience

Pipetting

SOP reading

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Multiple priorities

Written communication

Cleanroom experience

Technology & tools leverage

Education

BS in biology/biochemistry/microbiology/chemistry or related STEM

Tools

qPCR familiarity

Nucleic acid extraction

Aseptic technique

BSL-2 laboratory experience

Job description

Sapho Bio is seeking a meticulous Lab Technician to support batch release testing, cleanroom maintenance, and USP-compliant assays in a BSL-2 environment. The role involves qPCR sterility testing, endotoxin assays, and rigorous documentation, collaborating with founding scientists to uphold high quality standards.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, capable of independent work in a compliant setting, and committed to continuous improvement within a fast-paced, ISO/USP-driven environment in