Temp Lab Assistant: Production Support & Sterilization

Scion Staffing, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Short-term assignment

Hands-on experience

Collaborative team

Molecular biology exposure

Flexible start times

Onsite parking

Future opportunities

Job summary

Scion Staffing, Inc. is partnering with a biosciences organization in La Jolla, CA to fill a temporary Lab Assistant role from November 16 to 30, 2026.

The position is onsite and ideal for candidates with hands-on laboratory experience who enjoy supporting production activities, maintaining an organized lab, and assisting with daily operations. Responsibilities include sterilization, equipment prep, labeling, documentation, and bench support during reagent production and related tasks.

Qualifications

• Prior laboratory experience in an academic, research, or professional laboratory setting is required.
• Familiarity with laboratory sterilization procedures, equipment cleaning, and standard laboratory practices is required.
• Understanding of basic laboratory safety procedures and the importance of maintaining clean, organized workspaces.
• Ability to accurately follow written instructions, laboratory protocols, and established procedures.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to consistently follow through on assigned responsibilities.
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating with a small onsite laboratory team.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to assist with a variety of laboratory support activities.
• Exposure to DNA extraction, PCR, reagent preparation, or other molecular biology techniques is a plus, but not required.
• Coursework or education in biology, microbiology, molecular biology, chemistry, or a related scientific discipline is beneficial.
• Ability to work onsite in La Jolla, CA, during the November 16-30, 2026 assignment, including Monday, November 30.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory sterilization procedures, including operating autoclaves and bottle-washing equipment.
• Clean, sterilize, and prepare laboratory bottles, containers, and equipment for daily production activities.
• Accurately label laboratory products, materials, and supplies according to established procedures.
• Maintain organized documentation and accurate records associated with laboratory activities.
• Provide hands-on bench support to laboratory personnel during reagent production and related activities.
• Assist with the preparation, organization, and handling of laboratory materials and supplies.
• Follow established laboratory protocols, standard operating procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant laboratory workspaces.
• Support quality and consistency by demonstrating strong attention to detail throughout assigned tasks.
• Communicate effectively with onsite laboratory personnel regarding task completion, priorities, and operational needs.
• Assist with additional laboratory activities, potentially including reagent preparation, DNA extraction, or PCR-related processes, depending on experience and training.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Sterilization procedures

Documentation

Attention to detail

Independent work

PCR exposure

Education

Biology coursework

Tools

Autoclaves

Bottle-washing equipment

PCR-related processes

Lab labeling tools

Job description

Scion Staffing, Inc. is partnering with a biosciences organization in La Jolla, CA to fill a temporary Lab Assistant role from November 16 to 30, 2026.

The position is onsite and ideal for candidates with hands-on laboratory experience who enjoy supporting production activities, maintaining an organized lab, and assisting with daily operations. Responsibilities include sterilization, equipment prep, labeling, documentation, and bench support during reagent production and related tasks.