Research Associate I - Lab Sample Management (Onsite)

Natera; San Carlos (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Natera in San Carlos, CA is seeking a Research Associate I for a six-month contract on the RUO Accessioning team. You will receive, catalog, and accession biological samples, perform safe handling, and help prepare shipments for ongoing studies.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams, use LIMS and Sheets to track inventory, ensure HIPAA/PHI compliance, and support SOP-driven improvements. Onsite shifts are required, with potential extension or conversion based on performance.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in a biological science or equivalent required.
• 0-2 years of related laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Receive, catalog, and process incoming shipments of biological samples following established protocols
• Perform safe and proper handling of biological samples
• Track sample inventory and status using LIMS and/or Google Sheets; perform periodic inventory reconciliation
• Identify and promptly elevate manifest or sample discrepancies to the supervisor or manager
• Coordinate incoming and outgoing biospecimen shipments to and from CROs, partners, and collaborators
• Perform routine laboratory equipment maintenance per SOPs; recognize and elevate instrument malfunctions to the R&D equipment support team and relevant team members
• Adhere to all applicable SOPs and work instructions; participate in periodic SOP reviews
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives by applying hands-on knowledge of routine accessioning activities
• Ensure accurate, ethical, and compliant sample management in accordance with all applicable federal regulations
• Handle PHI in paper and electronic formats as required; complete HIPAA/PHI and General Compliance training within the first 30 days of hire and maintain current training status
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager
• Schedule note: onsite work in San Carlos, CA, with flexibility to work shifted schedules (e.g., 7am-4pm, 11am-8pm, 7pm-3am); weekend shifts may be required based on operational demand

Skills

Pipetting techniques

Laboratory automation

LIMS

SQL

Excel

Google Sheets

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

BS/BA in biological science

Tools

LIMS

Google Sheets

Excel

SQL

Job description

Natera in San Carlos, CA is seeking a Research Associate I for a six-month contract on the RUO Accessioning team. You will receive, catalog, and accession biological samples, perform safe handling, and help prepare shipments for ongoing studies.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams, use LIMS and Sheets to track inventory, ensure HIPAA/PHI compliance, and support SOP-driven improvements. Onsite shifts are required, with potential extension or conversion based on performance.