Laboratory Operations Technician

Part-Time Contractor · Waltham, MA

Summary:

Visterra is seeking a part-time Laboratory Operations Technician contractor to support routine daily laboratory operations. This individual will report to the Sr. Manager of Lab Operations and help keep the research facility running smoothly by handling package logistics, supply stocking, waste management, and other recurring support tasks. Success in this role comes from reliability and consistency, not technical expertise. The ideal candidate takes ownership of a defined set of tasks, works independently with minimal supervision, and takes satisfaction in keeping a busy lab environment organized and running efficiently.

This is a part-time contractor position working approximately 15–20 hours per week across a consistent, agreed-upon schedule at Visterra's Research and Development Lab in Waltham, MA. No prior laboratory experience is required; full training is provided.

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Manage biohazardous waste and sharps disposal, including collecting full containers, assembling replacement boxes, and maintaining compliant waste stations (training provided)
• Stock laboratory supplies to support research activities
• Collect incoming packages from the loading dock and promptly notify researchers
• Assist with glassware washing and sterilization
• Support general lab organization, including periodic clean-outs of bench and storage areas
• Wipe down shared equipment and common lab surfaces on a routine basis
• Perform additional job-related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to independently execute a defined set of recurring tasks after training, methodically working through responsibilities and completing them within a given shift
• Dependable and proactive in flagging issues or delays to the appropriate team members(s)
• Work is performed on-site in an active lab environment; this is a physical role requiring regular movement, standing for extended periods, and lifting to 50 lbs
• Self-motivated, organized, and takes pride in doing routine work well

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a laboratory, facilities, custodial, warehouse, or other operational support role
• Seeking a stable, part-time schedule with consistent hours and well-defined responsibilities

Management responsibilities: None.

Travel: None.

Company:

Visterra is a clinical stage biotechnology company committed to developing innovative antibody-based therapies for the treatment of patients with kidney, immune-mediated and other hard-to-treat diseases. Our proprietary technology platform enables the design and engineering of precision antibody-based product candidates that specifically bind to, and modulate, key disease targets. Applying this technology to disease targets that are not adequately addressed by traditional therapeutic approaches, we are developing a robust pipeline of novel therapies for patients with unmet needs. Visterra’s pipeline has multiple clinical-stage assets and one approved therapeutic, sibeprenlimab.

As a member of the Otsuka family of companies, we are uniquely positioned as a small, dynamic, nimble and innovative organization where individuals and teams are empowered to make big impacts – while benefiting from the support, strength, stability and long-term perspective of a 100-year-old global company. Visterra has approximately 105 employees and is located in Waltham, Massachusetts.

Visterra provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.