Research Associate

Research Associate Spectraforce Technologies United States, California, South San Francisco May 12, 2026

Job Title:

Research Associate Job Location:

100% Onsite - San Francisco, CA (USSF)

Duration:

1 year (possible extension) schedule:

Monday-Friday

Position Overview:

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Research Associate to support a newly established San Francisco lab focused on automated scientific workflows and platform operations. The role involves production work in a lab, supporting general research, including: Maintaining stocks Running and maintaining automation Fulfilling orders Receiving and distributing materials This role does not include significant chemistry or bench work, but requires strong lab operations skills.

Ideal candidates will have:

Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline OR 3+ years of industry lab experience Comfort working fully onsite using PPE daily Strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and willingness to learn specialized automated systems High-potential recent graduates with hands-on academic lab experience are encouraged to apply. Stability and consistency in prior employment are valued due to extensive onboarding and training requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Work in a fast-paced, dynamic lab environment Operate specialized laboratory equipment and instrumentation Create protocols/scripts for automation software Build, prioritize, and coordinate work plans adhering to timelines Execute deadline-driven workflows in real-time Troubleshoot lab instrumentation and automation Perform Quality Control (QC) and calibration of equipment Perform HTQC using LC-MS to verify mass and purity of compounds Complete training on assigned tasks Participate in quality improvement efforts Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures Maintain training records, lab documentation, procedures, monitoring systems, and logbooks Interact with multiple functional areas in a matrixed team environment Additional tasks: Process requests and create shipping documents Organize freezers and store/retrieve samples Learn and follow SOPs Stock lab materials

Basic Qualifications:

B.S. degree in Analytical Chemistry, Physical, Life Sciences, or related technical discipline 1-3 years of lab experience