Position Description

Laboratory Technician - Alexandria LaunchLabs
Location Research Triangle, NC
Job Function Asset Services
Employment Status Regular, Full-Time, Non-Exempt
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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.

Alexandria wouldn’t be the company we are without our incredible people, and we are pleased to provide the following industry-leading and comprehensive benefits:

  • 100% company-paid premiums (top-tier health, dental, and vision plan for you and your family)
  • Generous 401(k) profit sharing plan
  • Ample paid vacation and holiday time
  • Paid parental leave
  • Generous rewards and recognitions
  • Charitable gift matching
  • Annual paid time off for volunteering
  • Wellness and fitness incentives
  • Mentoring and career development opportunities
  • Life insurance, disability plans, and an Employee Assistance Program

Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (NYSE: ARE), an S&P 500® company, is a best-in-class, mission-driven life science REIT making a positive and lasting impact on the world. With our founding in 1994, Alexandria pioneered the life science real estate niche. Alexandria is the preeminent and longest-tenured owner, operator, and developer of collaborative MegacampusTM ecosystems in AAA life science innovation cluster locations, including Greater Boston, the San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, Seattle, Maryland, Research Triangle, and New York City. Alexandria has a longstanding and proven track record of developing Class A/A+ properties clustered in highly dynamic and collaborative Megacampus environments that enhance our tenants' ability to successfully recruit and retain world-class talent and inspire productivity, efficiency, creativity, and success. Alexandria also provides strategic capital to transformative life science companies through our venture capital platform, Alexandria Venture Investments. For more information, please visit www.are.com.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions, marital status, registered domestic partner status, family-care status, veteran status, military status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law or ordinance.

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