POSITION SUMMARY:
The Senior Lab Equipment Tech supports the CQV (Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation) team by maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting laboratory equipment used in genetic testing. This entry-level role is ideal for individuals with a strong attention to detail and an interest in laboratory operations, equipment maintenance, and regulatory compliance.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Perform routine cleaning, maintenance, and inspections of laboratory equipment (e.g., pipettes, centrifuges, cold storage units).
● Assist in calibrating lab instruments under supervision and perform preventive maintenance.
● Monitor and document equipment performance using logbooks and electronic records in compliance with GDP (Good Documentation Practices).
● Support CQV engineers during commissioning and qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) activities.
● Assist with vendor coordination for equipment repairs and service.
● Maintain laboratory tools and spare parts and ensure workspace organization.
● Conduct inventory checks and manage equipment availability.
● Adhere to lab safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS:
● High school diploma or equivalent (associate degree preferred).
● 0–2 years of experience in a laboratory or regulated environment.
● Basic understanding of laboratory equipment and calibration procedures.
● Proficiency with basic computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
● Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
● Ability to follow protocols and regulatory guidelines.
● Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks and technologies.
● Team-oriented with strong communication skills.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:
● This position requires the ability to use a computer keyboard, communicate over the telephone and read printed material.
● Duties may require working outside normal working hours (evenings and weekends) at times.
OUR OPPORTUNITY
Natera™ is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. 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.
The Natera team consists of highly dedicated statisticians, geneticists, doctors, laboratory scientists, business professionals, software engineers and many other professionals from world-class institutions, who care deeply for our work and each other. When you join Natera, you’ll work hard and grow quickly. Working alongside the elite of the industry, you’ll be stretched and challenged, and take pride in being part of a company that is changing the landscape of genetic disease management.
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive Benefits - Employee 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 benefits and much more. We also offer a generous employee referral program!
For more information, visit www.natera.com.
Natera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace environment, and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. Inclusive collaboration benefits our employees, our community and our patients, and is critical to our mission of changing the management of disease worldwide.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable laws.
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