Research Associate I: Sample Management & Lab Ops

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

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.