General Matter

Laboratory Technician

General Matter · Los Angeles, CA

Posted 27 days ago · $34 to $43

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
27 days
General Matter's roles stay open a median of 43 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
99% of General Matter's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at General Matter
high
65 stale, 1 reposted of 133 open
Hiring momentum
151 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-17

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About this role

As a Laboratory Technician at General Matter, you will support the Chemistry team in uranium enrichment operations by performing sample preparation, equipment maintenance, and quality assurance activities. Your role will involve working in a regulated laboratory environment, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and collaborating with chemists and scientists to meet production schedules. This position is ideal for early-career professionals looking to gain hands-on experience in analytical chemistry and nuclear materials handling.

Our read on this posting3.8out of 5
benefits
2/5
freshness
4/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
5/5

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What you need

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific field; or equivalent experience
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) precisely
  • Demonstrated laboratory skills through coursework, research experience, internships, or co-ops
  • Excellent organizational and documentation skills
  • Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance and access authorization for work with nuclear materials
  • Willingness to work in a highly regulated, safety-conscious laboratory environment

Nice to have

  • 0-4 years of laboratory experience in an analytical, QC, or research laboratory setting
  • Familiarity with analytical chemistry techniques (e.g., titration, spectroscopy, chromatography, mass spectrometry)
  • Experience working with hazardous materials, nuclear materials, or in regulated environments (GMP, GLP, DOE, NRC)
  • Prior exposure to uranium hexafluoride (UF6), hydrogen fluoride (HF), or other corrosive/reactive chemicals
  • Experience in fast-paced or startup environments where flexibility and problem-solving are valued

What you get

  • Hourly rate of $34 to $43 per hour
  • Eligibility for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options
  • Access to medical, vision & dental coverage
  • Access to a 401(k) retirement plan

Worth weighing

  • No specific mention of career advancement opportunities
  • Work may require extended hours and weekends
  • The role involves handling nuclear materials, which may not be suitable for everyone

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Listed by General Matter on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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