Research Associate I, Sample Management

Bayside Solutions; California (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayside Solutions seeks a Research Associate I to support day-to-day laboratory operations in Sample Management. The role focuses on data integrity, operational discipline, and timely delivery of compounds and samples in a fast-paced environment.

The candidate will work onsite in Redwood City, coordinating with cross-functional teams and contributing to automation and process improvements while maintaining laboratory readiness and compliant documentation.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in chemistry, biology, engineering or related scientific discipline.
• Strong commitment to data integrity and operational discipline.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute core sample management activities: receipt, accessioning, storage, tracking, distribution, and disposal.
• Operate and maintain automated storage systems, LIMS, and supporting laboratory infrastructure.
• Perform routine quality control checks to ensure sample integrity, data accuracy, and system reliability.
• Accurately document all activities in LIMS and associated databases in compliance with SOPs and data integrity standards.
• Troubleshoot routine equipment or process issues and escalated complex problems as needed.
• Support implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of SOPs and best practices.
• Partner closely with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery of compounds and samples.
• Assist with onboarding of new technologies, automation platforms, and laboratory systems.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, scalability, and reliability of sample management workflows.

Skills

Sample management

Data integrity

Written communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Laboratory operations

Troubleshooting

Education

BS or MS in chemistry/biology/engineering

Tools

LIMS

Cenevo Mosaic

Job description

Location: Redwood City, CA - Onsite Role

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate I to support day-to-day laboratory operations within the Sample Management function. This role is ideal for a hands-on laboratory professional who thrives in a fast-paced research environment and takes pride in operational excellence, data integrity, and high-quality execution.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Execute core sample management activities, including sample receipt, accessioning, storage, tracking, retrieval, distribution, and disposal.
• Operate and maintain automated storage systems, LIMS, and supporting laboratory infrastructure.
• Perform routine quality control checks to ensure sample integrity, data accuracy, and system reliability.
• Accurately document all activities in LIMS and associated databases in compliance with SOPs and data integrity standards.
• Troubleshoot routine equipment or process issues and escalated complex problems as needed.
• Support implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of SOPs and best practices.
• Partner closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of compounds and samples.
• Assist with the onboarding of new technologies, automation platforms, and laboratory systems.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency, scalability, and reliability of sample management workflows.
• Maintain laboratory organization, compliance, and operational readiness.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• BS or MS in chemistry, biology, engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Strong commitment to data integrity and operational discipline.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in troubleshooting laboratory equipment or operational processes.
• Proficiency with standard laboratory software and data systems
• Proven ability to independently execute and prioritize laboratory workflows.
• Experience in troubleshooting laboratory equipment or operational processes.
• Demonstrated contributions to process optimization or workflow improvements.
• Experience supporting small-molecule drug discovery programs.
• Familiarity with automated compound/sample storage platforms.
• Exposure to laboratory automation systems.
• Experience with Cenevo's Sample Management Software Mosaic.
• Experience contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Desired Skills and Experience

Sample management, sample receipt, accessioning, sample storage, sample tracking, sample retrieval, sample distribution, sample disposal, automated storage systems, LIMS, Cenevo Mosaic, laboratory automation, laboratory software, laboratory data systems, quality control, sample integrity, data integrity, data accuracy, SOP compliance, laboratory documentation, equipment troubleshooting, process troubleshooting, workflow prioritization, process optimization, continuous improvement, small-molecule drug discovery, cross-functional collaboration, technology implementation, laboratory organization, regulatory compliance, chemistry, biology, engineering, written and verbal communication

Bayside Solutions, Inc. is not able to sponsor any candidates at this time. Additionally, candidates for this position must qualify as a W2 candidate.

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