Laboratory Operations Specialist I–II (Per Diem)

Bonneville Labs, LLC

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South San Francisco, CA Until 10/4/2026 2+ years exp First posted August 5, 2026 Last posted August 5, 2026
Job description

Bonneville Labs is a flexible coworking and traditional lab space operator and developer optimized for a community of Bio-Doers, emerging biotechnology companies, community partners, and life sciences market leaders. Bonneville Labs believes that research and development organizations can innovate faster when their mind-share is freed up from operations to focus on discovery and product development. Bonneville Labs seeks to improve our world and lives by eliminating operational hurdles and reducing the cost of research and development for our member companies and allowing them to go forward, faster toward world changing discoveries and businesses.

About the Role

Join Bonneville Labs’ shared-lab network as a per diem Lab Operations Specialist. You’ll support daily lab operations, safety checks, and equipment maintenance during scheduled and on‑call shifts. This flexible role is perfect for candidates seeking part‑time work in a fast‑paced research environment, with paid training and clear expectations.

What You’ll Do

  • Complete daily and monthly workorders (equipment checks, safety inspections, consumables).
  • Perform safety checks (eyewash, showers, fire extinguishers, spill kits).
  • Support equipment maintenance and run test cycles outside standard hours.
  • Provide member support by resolving service and equipment issues.
  • Float between South San Francisco sites as needed.
  • Respond to shift requests within 30 minutes; shifts assigned on a first‑come basis.

Schedule & Availability

  • Training: 2 weeks paid, 8–12 or 1–5.
  • Shifts: Early mornings (6–8 am), evenings (5–7 pm), or fill‑in mornings (Mon/Wed/Fri).
  • Minimum availability: 3 days per week, 2 hours per day.
  • Commitment: 120 days of active availability after training, with at least 5 shifts per month.

Pay & Benefits

  • Per diem rate: $30–39/hour
  • No travel pay unless moving between sites after starting at one location.
  • Bridge toll reimbursement available for Hayward coverage.
  • Paid training provided in exchange for commitment.

Qualifications

  • Lab Ops I: AA degree in life sciences or HS diploma with 2 years of lab experience - preferred.
  • Lab Ops II: BS degree in life sciences plus 3 years of lab experience.
  • Strong communication, organization, and customer service skills.
  • Able to lift 50 lbs and perform routine lab tasks safely.

Why Join Bonneville Labs?

  • Be part of a collaborative team supporting cutting‑edge biotech research.
  • Gain hands‑on lab operations experience in a flexible, part‑time role.
  • Access training and growth opportunities with clear pathways to more responsibility.
  • Work in a service‑first culture where your reliability directly impacts scientific progress.
About this role

Summary

Support daily lab operations, safety, equipment, and member support in a biotech environment.

Job title

Laboratory Operations Specialist I–II (Per Diem)

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

biotechnology

Location requirements

South San Francisco, CA; remote work not allowed

Salary

$30–39/hour

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

lab experiencesafety proceduresequipment maintenancecommunicationorganization

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

lab operationsequipment maintenancesafety checkscustomer support
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

South San Francisco, CA, USA

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