Varda Space
Laboratory Technician, Analytical Support
El Segundo, California, United States · Staff+ · Contract
Work authorization required$28k-$40kDetected 27 days ago
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About the role
- The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in pharmaceutical laboratory operations and familiarity with drug product characterization techniques.
Responsibilities
- Laboratory Operations & Supply Chain Support
- Manage laboratory chemical inventory and coordinate with supply chain to ensure uninterrupted operations
- Monitor equipment status and maintain laboratory instruments in working order
- Support laboratory organization and cleanliness to maintain GLP-ready environment
- Perform basic analytical characterization of drug products
- Document all activities in laboratory notebooks and electronic systems
- Relocation support for new hires, if needed
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biotechnology, or related field
- 1-3 years of experience in pharmaceutical or academic research laboratory settings
- Hands-on experience with analytical sample preparation and handling
- Knowledge of basic analytical techniques for product characterization
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs precisely
- Proficiency with electronic laboratory notebooks and data management systems
- Master's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biotechnology, or related field
- 1-3 years of experience in pharmaceutical laboratory
- Experience in drug product development
- Familiarity with characterization instruments (U/HPLC, CE, DLS, DSF, CD, FTIR, ELISA, MS)
Compensation
- This role is on-site in El Segundo, CA
- Leveling and base pay is determined by job-related skills, education level, experience level, and job performance
- $28.00 - $40.00/per hour
- Voluntary accident, hospital, critical illness, and pet insurance
- Substantial incentive equity in a fully funded space start-up
- $20/pay period cell phone reimbursement
Benefits
- Flexible PTO policy + 12 paid holidays
- 100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans for employees and dependents with FSA and employer-matched HSA options
- $120/month wellness reimbursement for gym and fitness expenses
- 12 weeks of parental leave (with supplemental disability leave for CA mothers)
- Family building, pregnancy, parenting and menopause benefits via Maven Clinic
- Sponsored One Medical memberships for employees and their dependents
- Substantial incentive equity in a fully funded space start-up
- 401(k) retirement plan with 6% employer match (immediately vested)
- $20/pay period cell phone reimbursement
Visa & Work Authorization
- Varda, like all employers, must ensure that its employees working in the United States are lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Additionally, our employees are exposed to and have access to certain export-controlled items.
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