Instrument Core Lead

Posted on 11/30/2023

11-50 employees

Develops therapies to extend healthy human lifespan

Company Overview

Retro Biosciences stands out due to its ambitious mission to extend healthy human lifespan by a decade, leveraging cutting-edge techniques such as cellular reprogramming, autophagy, and plasma-inspired therapeutics. The company's competitive edge lies in its unique focus on these advanced biotechnologies, positioning it as a leader in the longevity industry. Its culture promotes scientific exploration and discovery, fostering an environment that encourages employees to push the boundaries of current knowledge and technology.

Biotechnology

B2B

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$180M

Founded

2021

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 10%

1 year growth

↑ 121%

2 year growth

↑ 425%

Locations

San Carlos, CA, USA

Experience Level

Entry

Junior

Mid

Senior

Expert

Desired Skills

Asana

CategoriesNew

Product

Mechanical Engineering

Requirements

Have a degree in mechanical engineering, electronics, science, or other equivalent
Have at least 2-5 years of related experience
Love complex machines and already have a history of playing with them for fun
Know how instruments work and can take a shot at just fixing them instead of throwing up your hands and calling the manufacturer
Are able to lift and move heavy equipment, at least 50 lbs
Are resourceful and can figure out how to solve unusual problems
You move fast and maintain a high level of attention to detail, organization, and followthrough
Proficiency with Google Workspace and Asana would be a plus

Responsibilities

Set up and install new laboratory instruments and equipment
Diagnose, repair, and maintain a variety of lab instruments and equipment
Maintain accurate records of maintenance logs including calibration reports, quality checks, and other service reports
Research and procure needed equipment for our labs
Train lab personnel on proper use, document workflows in SOPs
Manage spare parts inventory for common failures

We are a well-funded, untraditional bio startup. Our mission is to extend healthy human lifespan by 10 years. We believe the deeper, underlying causes of age-related diseases are the untreated mechanisms of aging itself.

We are looking for a highly organized and self-motivated Instrument Core Lead. You’ll be part and parcel with the Retro Ops team and your primary responsibility will be to assist the Research Operations Manager with the day to day lab equipment needs. You’ll be juggling multiple balls at once sometimes, but affirmatively within the constraints of a healthy, happy working environment. This is an Individual Contributor (IC) position.

What you’ll do in this role:

Set up and install new laboratory instruments and equipment
Diagnose, repair, and maintain a variety of lab instruments and equipment
Maintain accurate records of maintenance logs including calibration reports, quality checks, and other service reports
Research and procure needed equipment for our labs
Train lab personnel on proper use, document workflows in SOPs
Manage spare parts inventory for common failures

You might thrive in this role if you:

Have a degree in mechanical engineering, electronics, science, or other equivalent
Have at least 2-5 years of related experience
Love complex machines and already have a history of playing with them for fun
Know how instruments work and can take a shot at just fixing them instead of throwing up your hands and calling the manufacturer
Are able to lift and move heavy equipment, at least 50 lbs
Are resourceful and can figure out how to solve unusual problems
You move fast and maintain a high level of attention to detail, organization, and followthrough
Proficiency with Google Workspace and Asana would be a plus

Our team is a group of mission-driven, kind, and thoughtful individuals. We take pride in evolving a work environment that fosters collaboration, open communication, and authenticity. We believe that great results are best delivered by a highly creative group working in concert. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Retro develops therapies for diseases driven by the biology of aging. We work on (1) partial reprogramming, (2) blood factors, and (3) autophagy to rejuvenate cell and tissue function with the ultimate aim of adding years to healthy human lifespan.

The annual salary range for this role is $90,000 - $150,000. Total compensation also includes generous equity and benefits.

Benefits and perks:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family

-401(k) plan with 4% matching

-Unlimited time off and 10 company holidays per year

-Paid parental leave

-Annual learning & development stipend

-Free lunch and snacks