Equipment Associate

San Carlos, United StatesOn-site

Responsibilities

Coordinate with vendors to facilitate the repair and maintenance of lab instruments such as sequencers and freezers
Generate and update AutoCAD drawings for instrument placement and lab space planning
Coordinate instrument installations and
Maintain a program for PM, routine maintenance and calibration to ensure all lab equipment remains fit for purpose
Prepare equipment SOPs. Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures
Track all service activities utilizing system(s) developed in accordance with service procedures and laboratory policies
Ensure all service documentation is complete, timely, and accurate following Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
Maintain a high level of professionalism and responsibility

Work with Quality Assurance to determine qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ), calibration and preventive maintenance (PM)
AA/AS OR BS/BA in biomedical engineering or related fields
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Experience in laboratory automation and/or operating high-throughput instruments •
Experience in AutoCAD
Experience working in BSLI and BSLII laboratories as well as familiarity with Biosafety
Proficient in the concepts of DNA isolation and purification, PCR, cell culture, next-generation sequencing, and related techniques Familiar with LIMS
This position requires the ability to use a computer keyboard, communicate over the telephone and read printed material
Ability to lift 40lbs
This position requires the ability to squat, bend, and reach
Natera™ is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health.

Duties may occasionally require working outside normal working hours (evenings and weekends) The pay range is listed and actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location.
Remote USA $23.46 — $30 USD OUR OPPORTUNITY
Our aim is to make personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care to protect health and enable earlier and more targeted interventions that lead to longer, healthier lives.
benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents.
Additionally, Natera employees and their immediate families receive free testing in addition to fertility care benefits. Other
benefits include pregnancy and baby bonding leave, 401k benefits, commuter

For more information, visit www.natera.com .
Link: https://www.natera.com/notice-of-data-collection-california-residents/
Please be advised that Natera will reach out to candidates with a @ natera.com email domain ONLY.

The Equipment Associate is primarily responsible for the service and support of instruments utilized in the R&D laboratory based in San Carlos, CA.
The scope of support includes facilitating and coordinating installation, calibration, maintenance, repair, and documentation of activities for all equipment in the laboratory.
The Equipment Associate will be the primary point of contact for R&D lab personnel regarding equipment operations and equipment services.
The Equipment Associate is also responsible for generating and updating AutoCAD drawings and communicating with various R&D teams and the Facilities as needed. PRIMARY
Serve as the point of contact for automation instruments coordination and communication
Communicate with vendors to generate price quotes and schedule PMs, calibrations, instrument repairs, and other services
Communicate with various members of the R&D team to schedule instrument downtime for maintenance or repairs, inform them of supply deliveries, update them about the status of requests etc
Order supplies from internal and external sources as needed
Industry-related experience, especially in supporting lab equipment, preferred
Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills