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Lab Operations Assistant (Part-Time)

Location
San Mateo, CA, San Mateo, CA
Work arrangement
On-site
Job type
Part-time

About the role

Posted Oct 3, 2026

The role: BigHat Biosciences is seeking a self-motivated individual to support the day-to-day needs of lab operations functions. This part-time contract role will assist with the routine hands-on tasks within the BigHat space, keep lab spaces clean and well-stocked, and work alongside the BigHat lab team to ensure everyone has what they need. This role is planned for 10-16 hours per week across 2-3 days, with the exact schedule to be discussed. This role reports directly to the Lab Manager.
  • Perform routine maintenance on common laboratory equipment.
  • Ensure sufficient stock of washed and autoclaved glassware.
  • Perform sterilization and sanitization of equipment.
  • Restock commonly used materials in the various BigHat lab spaces.
  • Prepare common lab materials, such as pre-labelled plates.
  • Support lab staff with basic requests.
  • Maintain the cleanliness, safety, and organization of the lab and storage spaces.
  • Interest in learning about biology, chemistry, or the biotech field.
  • Self-motivated individual with attention to detail, excited to work in a dynamic start-up environment.
  • Experience in a laboratory environment or lab operations is a plus
  • Experience with Google Suite, with a focus on Google Sheets.

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Location
San Mateo, CA, San Mateo, CA
Workplace
On-site
Employment
Part-time
Team
Lab Science
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BigHat Biosciences

BigHat Biosciences

Better biologics faster, via ML-guided multi-parameter optimization and de novo design

Series C51–200 employeesBio + Health
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