Date Posted: 06/08/2026
Hiring Organization: Rose International
Position Number: 502489
Industry: Biotech/Healthcare
Job Title: Lab Assistant
Job Location: South San Francisco, CA, USA, 94080
Work Model: Onsite
Shift: 8 am - 5 pm (Mon -Fri)
Employment Type: Temporary
FT/PT: Full-Time
Estimated Duration (In months): 3
Min Hourly Rate($): 20.00
Max Hourly Rate($): 25.00
Must Have Skills/Attributes: Customer Service, Inventory Management, Time Management
Experience Desired: Labware preparation, material packing/handling, inventory management, and/or warehousing experience (2 yrs)
Required Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred Education: Bachelor’s Degree
**C2C is not available**
Job Description
Education:
• High School Diploma or GED and one of the following (BA or BS perferred):
• Completion of college-level coursework in biological sciences and/or physical sciences.
• AA/AS Degree in a related science major.
Responsibilities
• Labware preparation, material packing/handling, inventory management, and/or warehousing experience preferred.
• Passion for continuous process improvement. LEAN or other Operational Excellence training and experience are a plus.
• Successful demonstration of collaboration and teamwork.
• Possess effective time management and organizational skills, the ability to work independently, and demonstrate strong customer service skills.
• Must be a self-starter with strong focus on quality, attention to detail, and delivering results.
• Must possess good problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Must communicate clearly and effectively.
• Must have strong initiative and focus on safety, quality, accuracy, and be detail-oriented.
• Knowledge of safe chemical handling is helpful.
• Must possess a valid California driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. and stand for extended periods of time.
• Commit to working 40 hours per week and overtime as needed.
• Must be able to work weekends, off shift, and overtime as required.
• Responsible for working with the management team and Material Operations & Lab Services team members to achieve operational objectives while maintaining safety and quality standards.
• Work effectively in a team to ensure Materials Operations & Lab Services operational continuity and proactively identify procedural improvements.
• Responsibilities include ensuring internal and external compliance (GLP, DOT, HazMat, etc.).
• Follow required safety procedures by using available safety equipment and participate in the safety awareness and training of staff.
• Manage levels of laboratory consumables, reagents, chemicals, and glassware inventory in all areas of operations.
• Observe proper handling/storage/temperature requirements of materials.
• Operate process equipment, which includes autoclaves, washers, ovens, and benchtop instruments.
• Execute glass wash and equipment preparation activities.
• Clean, sterilize, prepare, and distribute labware and equipment.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to meet operational needs, ensuring reagents, equipment, and resources are available for project execution.
• Pack materials for proper shipping conditions and prepare shipping documents.
• Prevent interruptions to customer processes by ensuring delays due to warehouse operations are minimized.
• Troubleshoot operational errors and support operations.
• Respond to customer inquiries via email, phone, and in person.
• Attend departmental meetings as scheduled.
• Serve as a contact between customers and Material Operations & Lab Services staff. Effectively represent areas to resolve issues with customers.
• Be adaptive to changing priorities and responsibilities in all areas.
• Effectively multi-task the daily workload with assigned projects.
• Provide routine updates to Supervisors and leads on progress, status, and issues associated with the department.
• Participate in projects as needed.
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a diverse environment with respect and professionalism.
• Communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Complete workload, assigned duties, and back-up tasks on time.
• Maintain equipment and work areas for cleanliness.
• Understand and demonstrate proficiency with material handling equipment and relevant computer applications.
• Ensure that all work is completed by the end of the day. Utilize time wisely to maximize productivity.
• Meet timeline commitments and inform others as necessary.
• Adhere to appropriate laws, GNE regulations and programs, and DOT compliance.
• Be punctual.
• Meet all compliance requirements for training and complete training records and certifications on time. - **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**
- **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**
Benefits:
For information and details on employment benefits offered with this position, please visit here. Should you have any questions/concerns, please contact our HR Department via our secure website.
California Pay Equity:
For information and details on pay equity laws in California, please visit the State of California Department of Industrial Relations' website here.
Rose International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender (expression or identity), national origin, arrest and conviction records, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Positions located in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California will be administered in accordance with their respective Fair Chance Ordinances.
If you need assistance in completing this application, or during any phase of the application, interview, hiring, or employment process, whether due to a disability or otherwise, please contact our HR Department.
Rose International has an official agreement (ID #132522), effective June 30, 2008, with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Employment Verification Program (E-Verify). (Posting required by OCGA 13/10-91.).
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