Lab Support Technician
Listed on 2026-10-18
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Science
Lab Tech / Assistant
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The Lab Support Technician supports the daily operations of the Waltham site by providing hands-on laboratory support services to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient lab environments. This roleassistswith routine lab activities, including autoclaving,glass washing, buffer and media preparation, PPE restocking, waste handling,EHS support, and basic equipment upkeep. The technician works closely with internalteamsand external vendors to coordinate support activities,maintainaccuraterecords, and ensure labs are operationally ready.
This position plays a key role inmaintaininglab standards and contributing to consistent, reliable lab operations.
This position reports to theLab Support Manage rand is part of the Workplace Teamlocatedin Waltham, MA and will be anonsitefulltimerole.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
- Perform core lab support operations, including autoclave use,glass washing, buffer and media preparation, andmaintainingadequate PPE stock for daily lab needs.
- Support lab safety and compliance activities by managing chemical and biological waste, and completing routine inspections of safety equipment such as eyewash stations and safety showers.
- Assist with equipment upkeep and service coordination, including basic preventative maintenance tasks, and communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external vendors to support lab operations.
The essential requirements of the job include:
- High school diploma or equivalent, with hands-on experience in a support role within laboratory,safety,facilities, or general workplace operations.
- Good organizational and communication skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks, work with vendors, and keep clear andaccuraterecords.
- Proficiency with standard office tools (such as email, calendars, spreadsheets, and ticketing systems) and comfort working in anonsite,customerfacingenvironment.
Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:if applicable for role
- Ability to reliably travel to the work site and arrive on time to support scheduled lab operations, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to perform physical tasksrequiredfor the role, including routinely lifting upto 15lbsand occasionally lifting upto 50lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to stand and move throughout the workday based on operational needs, with or without reasonable accommodation.
It would be a plus if you alsopossesspreviousexperience in:
- Basic lab bench skills or hands on experience in a laboratory environment.
- Familiarity with lab safety practices, including biological material handling.
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