POSITION SUMMARY: The Equipment Associate is primarily responsible for the service and support of instruments utilized in the R D laboratory based in San Carlos, CA. The scope of support includes facilitating and coordinating installation, calibration, maintenance, repair, and documentation of activities for all equipment in the laboratory. The Equipment Associate will be the primary point of contact for R D lab personnel regarding equipment operations and equipment services.

The Equipment Associate is also responsible for generating and updating AutoCAD drawings and communicating with various R D teams and the Facilities as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES

: Serve as the point of contact for automation instruments coordination and communication Coordinate with vendors to facilitate the repair and maintenance of lab instruments such as sequencers and freezers Generate and update AutoCAD drawings for instrument placement and lab space planning Coordinate instrument installations and

Qualifications

per equipment protocols Work with Quality Assurance to determine qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ), calibration and preventive maintenance (PM)

: AA/AS OR BS/BA in biomedical engineering or related fields Industry-related experience, especially in supporting lab equipment, preferred KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills Excellent attention to detail, organization, and accuracy Excellent adaptability in a fast-changing environment Self-motivated Ability to work independently and as part of a team Maintain a high level of professionalism and responsibility Comply with company policies PREFERRED SKILLS: Experience in laboratory automation and/or operating high-throughput instruments Experience in AutoCAD Familiar with IQ/OQ/PQ of instruments Experience working in BSLI and BSLII laboratories as well as familiarity with Biosafety

Requirements

to comply with regulations Communicate with vendors to generate price quotes and schedule PMs, calibrations, instrument repairs, and other services Communicate with various members of the R D team to schedule instrument downtime for maintenance or repairs, inform them of supply deliveries, update them about the status of requests etc Maintain a program for PM, routine maintenance and calibration to ensure all lab equipment remains fit for purpose Prepare equipment SOPs.

and guidelines as established by applicable regulatory bodies such as OSHA and CDC Proficient in the concepts of DNA isolation and purification, PCR, cell culture, next-generation sequencing, and related techniques Familiar with LIMS PHYSICAL DEMANDS WORK ENVIRONMENT: Duties are typically performed in an office and/or laboratory setting This position requires the ability to use a computer keyboard, communicate over the telephone and read printed material Ability to lift 40lbs This position requires the ability to squat, bend, and reach Duties may occasionally require working outside normal working hours (evenings and weekends) The pay range is listed and actual

Compensation

packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations. 46 $30 USD OUR OPPORTUNITY Natera™ is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health.