Alexandria LaunchLabs® is the premier, full-service life science startup platform purpose-built to accelerate innovation and growth for transformative early-stage companies. With locations in Cambridge, New York City, Research Triangle, Seattle, and Stanford Research Park, Alexandria LaunchLabs curates a thriving community of high-potential early-stage life science and agtech companies. Our LaunchLabs platform equips each member company with dedicated lab/office space and core equipment, vital operational services, expert support from our best-in-class teams, and access to capital through Alexandria Venture Investments and the highly selective Alexandria Seed Capital Platform — all of which are critical to empowering the advancement of growth companies.

We are seeking a Laboratory Technician for Alexandria LaunchLabs located in Research Triangle, NC. This individual will be customer-focused, detail-oriented, and interested in contributing to the growth of the entrepreneurial life science ecosystem in the Triangle region. As a core member of the LaunchLabs team, this individual will help support our Laboratory Director on the day-to-day technical operations while also building relationships within our Alexandria LaunchLabs member community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the Alexandria team in supporting LaunchLabs laboratories and site operations at the Alexandria Center® for Advanced Technologies and the Alexandria Center® for AgTech campuses, both located in Research Triangle, NC, as follows.
• Work with the Laboratory Director in support of the Alexandria LaunchLabs platform.
• Be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of shared lab equipment, such as freezers, incubators, centrifuges, and biosafety cabinets, to ensure efficient operations and cleanliness.
• Track annual preventive maintenance visits for site equipment.
• Order and maintain lab supplies and gases.
• Manage chemical and biohazard waste in laboratories, adhering to regulatory guidance.
• Assist with lab sustainability initiatives pertaining to plastics and lab gloves.
• Operate autoclave and lab dishwashers to support LaunchLabs members.
• Assist the Laboratory Director with the execution of LaunchLabs’ lab safety program.
• Build strong member relationships through daily member-facing interactions in addition to lab meetings, orientations, and member community events.
• Manage select vendor relationships.
• Assist with general site operations, programming, and events as assigned by Laboratory Director that foster a vibrant and collaborative community.
• Note: Duties may include the handling of hazardous materials.

Qualifications and Experience:

• At least 2 years’ experience working in a laboratory space and/or incubator/accelerator organization.
• Bachelor’s or advanced degree required.
• Experience working in collaborative or shared working environments a plus.
• Strong customer service mindset and ability to interact with individuals at all levels.
• Possess an interest in life science, operations, and entrepreneurship.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment and to prioritize effectively.
• Ability to frequently move items weighing up to 25 pounds.