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Life Science Technician I

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Flagship

Flagship

MA - Cambridge
On-site
Posted April 23, 2026

Job Description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

27.00 per hour


 

Job Summary

The Life Science Technician - Buffer Preparation services role is an entry level position working in the lab environment for some of Flagship Lab Services’ most established customers. This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented person with the drive and desire to learn more in a growing, life-changing industry. The technician will be responsible for research laboratory related tasks such as cleaning and preparing glassware for the prep and maintenance of chemical solutions (buffers) required for experiments. These tasks require a working knowledge of research in order to determine what items will be needed as well as the Essential Functions.

Job Description

Benefits: 

  • 401K w/ Match 

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Healthcare Options 

  • Pet Insurance 

  • 2 weeks of vacation time 

This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are generally Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Overtime may be required and scheduled shifts may vary based upon client company need  

 

Essential Functions: 

  • Maintain an inventory of research lab glassware, materials, and laboratory equipment. 

  • Follow and adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs). 

  • Ensure all laboratory equipment and work areas are clean, sterile, and in proper working order.  

  • When the tasks are completed, the area should be cleaned and restocked as needed for operations to resume. 

  • Properly dispose of liquids and chemicals used in operations. 

  • Personal health and safety understanding and adherence is required. 

  • Maintains program SOPs, documentation to cGMP standards which may include procedures, training, and remedial activities and daily/weekly/monthly document review as needed. 

  • Equipment and laboratory glass and inventory control  

  • Prepare buffers as prescribed by the daily schedule 

  • Perform other chemical cleaning and sterilization of equipment and materials. 

  • Standardization and preparation of equipment for daily use. 

  • Ensure laboratory equipment and inventory levels for laboratory supplies are maintained. 

  • Customer service skills. 

  • Other activities and functions may be required in support of the laboratory environment as required by client contract.  

Competencies: 

  • Commitment to Safety. 

  • Must be highly organized and able to keep good records.  

  • Must ensure that all regulatory, state and local requirements are adhered to at all times. 

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment 

  • Attention to detail 

  • Must be flexible, forward- thinking, motivated, and have the ability to act independently 

  • Strong communication skills, in both verbal and written formats 

  • Microsoft Office software proficiency, including Word, Excel and Outlook. 

Work Environment 

This job operates in a research lab. This role routinely uses standard lab equipment such as beakers, test tubes, flasks, thermometers and computers sterilizer and other lab equipment. 

Physical Demands 

The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  

 

Travel 

Travel is not expected, but may occasionally occur for educational/career development purposes. 

Required Education and Experience 

·  High school diploma or equivalent 

·  0-3 years directly related experience 

 

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  
 

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer 

Flagship is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.  We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.   

              

Americans with Disabilities Act 

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the U.S.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Flagship is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical​​​ condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. 

We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!