Joyn Bio is a joint venture between Bayer and Ginkgo Bioworks dedicated to addressing unmet needs in agriculture by applying synthetic biology approaches to engineer microbes.
Objective
Joyn Bio is looking for an energetic and organized contractor to support daily lab and facilities operations within the organization. As a part of the Operations team, the successful candidate will play a vital role in the day-to-day functioning of site operations. The Contractor - Lab & Facilities Assistant takes responsibility for all aspects of daily site operations.
Responsibilities
Monitoring the consumable, media, and chemical inventories.
Performing shipping and receiving of supplies and deliveries.
Hosting visiting service technicians and ensuring expected work is performed.
Coordinating maintenance of office and lab facilities.
Participating in onsite safety initiatives
Oversee general lab upkeep and assist with the coordination of periodic lab cleanouts
Training/Experience
High school graduate
1-3 years of laboratory, safety or facilities support experience.
Understanding of laboratory facilities, lab equipment and safety systems and procedures, and shipping and receiving practices.
IATA and DOT certifications are desired but not required.
Organizational
This is a contract position through one of our partner agencies.
This position will report to the Facilities and EHS Manager.
This contractor will be part of the Boston-based Operations team.
This contractor will collaborate with Joyn Bio Departments, as well as other facilities users.
Location
This position will be based at our Boston, MA site.