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Microscopist Needed for Medical Device company in Mira Mesa

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated microscopist to operate advanced microscopy equipment, including 3D laser scanning microscopes, to assist our manufacturing team in recording sensor data. The role involves assembling, cataloging, imaging, and preparing biosensors for evaluation and maintaining equipment by preparing and calibrating microscopes as needed. This position requires a meticulous approach to incoming inspections and quality control processes, with responsibilities including repetitive tasks and pass/fail assessments.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain advanced microscopy equipment, including 3D laser scanning microscopes.
• Assist the manufacturing team in recording sensor data and preparing biosensors for evaluation.
• Assemble, catalog, and image biosensors for testing purposes.
• Prepare solutions for various testing activities.
• Perform incoming inspections and quality control assessments.
• Engage in repetitive tasks involving pass/fail assessments of parts.

Essential Skills

• Previous experience operating a microscope in various environments.
• Strong quality assurance and inspection skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience in a regulated environment with medical microscopy.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience following stringent quality control measures to improve consistency.
• Proficiency in documentation and record-keeping.

Why Work Here?

Join an innovative company in the biotech industry that is experiencing significant growth and expanding manufacturing capacity. This later-stage startup offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a pioneering team in a dynamic sector.

Work Environment

The position offers a flexible part-time schedule, working 20-30 hours a week, adjustable based on the candidate's needs and the manufacturing team's requirements. This role has the potential to evolve into a full-time position, providing opportunities to take on additional responsibilities in the future.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.