Today, major companies are incentivizing the clear cutting of rainforests, child slave labor, and polluting the air to supply the world with the most beloved ingredient on the planet, chocolate. California Cultured is here to bring the joy back to eating chocolate. We are developing the technology needed to make better chocolate for the world through cell-based methods. Our mission is to improve the world’s chocolate supply with a chocolate that is mouthwatering, sustainable, and better for you.

California Cultured is a small, fast-paced company searching for a passionate, hands-on Laboratory Technician. This candidate would support the research, development, and commercialization of our plant cell-cultured cacao. An ideal candidate will have a background in biology or chemistry, previous laboratory experience, and enjoys chocolate. This position is expected to work closely with team members as well as independently to help support the R&D team, and maintain a clean, well-functioning laboratory.

Duties include

• Regular maintenance of plant cell cultures.
• Prepare plant growth media, wash and sterilize equipment, maintain a clean lab environment.
• Communicate with research associates and scientists to ensure weekly supplies are prepared on-time.
• Order items kept regularly in stock, as well as process purchases from other team members
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols.
• Troubleshoot technical, operational, and equipment issues as necessary.
• Basic equipment maintenance and calibration
• Maintain a clean and organized lab environment
• Other duties as assigned

About You

• Bachelor’s degree or 4 years equivalent work experience in chemistry, biochemistry, bioengineering, molecular or cell biology
• Familiarity with aseptic techniques, working in biosafety cabinets/laminar flow hoods, pipetting, using analytical scales, autoclaves, and common laboratory equipment.
• Motivated and able to perform routine tasks.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills as well as outstanding written and verbal communication.
• Strong independent spirit, flexibility, and adaptability to meet the dynamic needs of a startup environment.
• Ability to give, to receive, and analyze information, formulate work plans and prepare written materials and articulate goals and action plans

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• West Sacramento, CA 95691: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person