Part-Time Lab Operations Technician; Weighing, Stock Solutions & Receiving — Automated Lab; Ni

Part-Time Lab Operations Technician (Weighing, Stock Solutions & Receiving) — Automated Lab (Night Shift Available)

Type:
Part-time, hourly (typically 10–25 hrs/week)

onepot is building an automated small-molecule lab where robotics and software drive high‑onepot synthesis and analysis. This role is hands‑on lab operations work that directly supports an automated workflow: accurate inputs, clean inventory, and reliable receiving are what keep the automation running.

This role involves hands‑on lab operations work that directly supports an automated workflow.

Compound handling & precision weighing (primary)

• Accurately weigh solid compounds/reagents (mg to g scale) on analytical balances
• Prepare labeled aliquots and staging sets that feed automated/robotic workflows
• Maintain clean, contamination‑aware weighing practices (gloves, anti‑static control, clean tools)
• Record weights, lot numbers, IDs, and operator/date in a traceable format

Stock solution preparation

• Prepare stock solutions from SOPs (target molarity/concentration, dilution math, mixing)
• Label and document concentrations, solvent, date, operator, and storage conditions
• Flag solubility issues, discrepancies, or labeling/inventory mismatches

Receiving, staging & inventory (automation‑ready)

• Receive shipments, verify contents vs packing slips/POs, and triage issues (damage, missing items)
• Log inventory and assign locations so materials are retrievable fast and consistently
• Put away chemicals and supplies in correct storage (ambient/fridge/freezer/flammables/corrosives)

General lab ops support

• Keep weighing/receiving areas organized, audit‑ready, and safe
• Assist with periodic cycle counts and basic inventory cleanup
• Follow chemical hygiene and safety procedures consistently

• Strong attention to detail; comfortable following SOPs and producing clean records
• Comfort with basic lab math (molarity, dilutions) and working carefully with chemicals
• Reliable and consistent availability for scheduled shifts (night shift ok)
• Basic computer comfort (simple inventory tools)

• Prior lab assistant / lab ops / stockroom / receiving experience
• Familiarity with SDS, chemical compatibility storage, and labeling norms

• Ability to lift/move boxes up to 50 lb
• Ability to stand at a bench for extended periods

For South San Francisco, a competitive range is $28–$35/hour
, depending on experience with precision weighing, stock solutions, and inventory discipline (night shift reliability pushes toward the top end).

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