Laboratory Technicians

Kforce's client, an AI Simulation-based company in Menlo Park, is hiring two Laboratory Technicians. This detail-oriented role supports daily operations of a high-throughput materials experimentation facility, ideal for science or engineering backgrounds. The Lab Tech will ensure lab efficiency through calibrations, QC protocols, method development, and SOP creation. The position involves both manual repetitive tasks, with a focus on automation and optimization, and technical contributions to improve reliability and throughput.

Must Have

• Not afraid to do hands-on work (moving materials, cleaning tools, prepping batches, calibration of equipment) as part of daily routine
• Ability to assemble according to instructions
• Lab equipment experience
• Experience running experiments
• Can write pass downs/SOPs
• Great communication skills
• Self-starter with strong attention to detail

Good to Have

• Experience working with material science equipment
• Mechanical/Plumbing experience preferred

Perks & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance
• HSA
• FSA
• 401(k)
• Life, disability & ADD insurance
• Paid time off (for salaried personnel)
• Paid sick leave (for hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project)

Description

Kforce's client, an AI Simulation-based company located in Menlo Park, is looking to bring on Board 2 Laboratory Technicians to their team. Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to support the daily operations of our high-throughput materials experimentation facility. This role is ideal for someone with a science or engineering background who enjoys improving workflows over time. The Lab Tech will help ensure the lab runs efficiently by performing calibrations, executing quality control (QC) protocols, supporting method development, and contributing to standard operating procedure (SOP) creation. This role involves both manual repetitive tasks (with a mindset for automation and optimization) and technical contributions that improve reliability and throughput. Responsibilities:

• Execute and refine quality control (QC) workflows to ensure data integrity
• Perform and optimize manual material handling and preparation steps (e.g., weighing, labeling, packaging)
• Assist with inventory tracking and lab organization
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers to develop and document SOPs for routine lab procedures
• Identify inefficiencies in manual workflows and propose or implement improvements
• Support onboarding of new technicians by training them on best practices
• Support development of QC and metrology protocols for new processes and instruments
• Participate in test runs and validation of new labware, equipment, or experimental methods
• Assist with troubleshooting equipment or process anomalies

Requirements

• Not afraid to do hands-on work (moving materials, cleaning tools, prepping batches, calibration of equipment) as part of daily routine
• Ability to assemble according to instructions
• Lab equipment experience
• Experience running experiments
• Can write pass downs/SOPS
• Great communication skills
• Self starter with strong attention to detail

Nice to have experience:

• Experience working with material science equipment
• Mechanical/Plumbing experience preferred

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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