# Laboratory Assistant at Ultima Genomics

- Company: Ultima Genomics
- What the company does: Ultima Genomics builds high-throughput sequencing platforms — the UG 100 and UG200 Series — for population-scale genomics at industry-leading cost per genome. Backed by Khosla, Lightspeed and a16z.
- Company website: https://www.ultimagenomics.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Carlsbad, California, United States
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-09-28
- Apply by: 2026-11-12
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/ultimagenomics/jobs/6209150004
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/ultima-genomics-laboratory-assistant/

## About the role

Ultima Genomics is a rapidly growing company that is developing ground-breaking genomics technologies. Our mission is to continuously drive the scale of genomic information to enable unprecedented advances in biology and improvements in human health. We have developed a foundational new approach to sequencing at scale that overcomes limitations due to the high costs of current technologies. We are well-funded and have raised approximately $600 million from global top-tier investors.

## What they're looking for

- High school diploma or equivalent
- Prior experience in a laboratory washroom, cleanroom, sterile processing, or Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)/Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) environment is preferred
- Careful, consistent attention to detail and willingness to follow written procedures exactly
- Reliable attendance on a set weekly schedule
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role, including standing for up to 4 hours at a time and lifting, moving, pulling, and carrying up to 25 pounds
- Capability to safely work around laboratory detergents, solvents, and biological materials using required personal protective equipment

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