Molecular Biology Technician - Temporary
Debut Biotech · San Diego, CA
Posted 15 days ago · $17.75 - $23.00
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 15 days Debut Biotech's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 91% of Debut Biotech's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Debut Biotech
- high 6 stale, 0 reposted of 11 open
- Hiring momentum
- 14 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Debut Biotech's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Debut Biotech.
About this role
The Molecular Biology Technician at Debut will support research and production teams by preparing microbial growth media, microbiology plates, and stock solutions. Daily tasks include cleaning and sterilizing glassware, assisting with experiment setup, and maintaining laboratory supplies. The role requires attention to detail and the ability to follow established protocols in a fast-paced environment.
- benefits
- 1/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 3/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Debut Biotech as an employer.
What you need
- Associate degree + 1 year of experience; OR High School Diploma/GED + 2 years of experience
- Experience with laboratory equipment and techniques (pH meter, autoclave, weighing, pipetting, aseptic technique, plate pouring)
- Ability to understand, question, and follow detailed work instructions precisely
- Ability to perform complex laboratory procedures reproducibly
- Excellent organizational, time management, and record keeping skills
- Ability to stand for long periods of time, squat, bend, waist twist, kneel, climb stairs, reach up to shoulder height, and routinely lift/carry/push/pull up to 30 lbs.
Nice to have
- 1 year of experience in a microbiology lab or 1-3 years of experience in a research or analytical lab
Worth weighing
- Temporary position with an assignment duration of 3-6 months
- Exposure to biohazardous agents and chemicals in a laboratory environment
- Physical demands include lifting up to 30 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally
- No information on long-term career opportunities or advancement within the company
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Listed by Debut Biotech on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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