Lab Associate (Contract)

Who we are at Osmo:

Osmo is a digital olfaction company, on a mission to give computers a sense of smell to improve the health and wellbeing of human life. Why? Our sense of smell both enriches and saves lives, and has a deep and direct connection to our emotions and memory.

Olfactory Intelligence has applications across industries including fragrance, manufacturing, security, medicine, and more. We believe in the power of automation and thoughtfully applied AI/ML to solve problems beyond the reach of human intuition alone. Osmo is headquartered in New York, NY, with a new facility in New Jersey, and offices in Somerville, MA.

Osmo is seeking a Lab Associate (Contract) to support our lab operations, working closely with our team to keep experiments running smoothly and the lab well-organized. This is a 6-month on-site contract role based in NYC through mid-April, then transitioning to our NJ facility. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable following SOPs in a fast-paced lab environment. We will also consider contract extension of full time conversion based on performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize samples for sensory panel evaluations following established SOPs.

• Pipet samples accurately per protocols for various experimental workflows.

• Operate and maintain liquid handling instruments (Tecan, OpenTrons).

• Maintain lab organization — stock supplies, label and store materials properly, keep workspaces clean and audit-ready.

• Assist with packing and shipping of lab samples and materials.

• Follow strict safety protocols in the handling, storage, and disposal of chemical compounds.

• Support day-to-day lab operations and ad hoc tasks as needed.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, chemical engineering, or related fields.

• 1+ years of hands-on experience working in a laboratory setting.

• Strong understanding of chemical safety protocols and lab SOPs.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

• Ability to work on-site 5 days a week (NYC until mid-April, then NJ).

• Able to lift up to 40lbs.

• Experienced with Spreadsheets.

Ways to Stand Out

• Experience operating liquid handling robots (Tecan, OpenTrons, or similar).

• Familiarity with sensory panel preparation or fragrance sample workflows.

• Experience with inventory management systems or lab databases.

• Background in chemistry or a related scientific field.

If this role inspires you we’d encourage you to apply. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and retaining an incredible team optimized for a diversity of thought, background, and approaches.

For all Full-Time Employees, compensation is just one component of Osmo’s total rewards approach, which is designed to support the well-being, growth, and long-term success of our team members. Depending on the role, this may include base salary or contract-based pay, along with access to health, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; flexible paid time off and company holidays; and equity or incentive compensation for eligible roles. Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as experience, skills, location, internal equity, and other relevant business considerations. Osmo regularly reviews pay ranges and compensation structures to ensure they remain competitive, equitable, and aligned with current market data.

All employment decisions and responsibilities are determined based on current ability and your ability to grow, without regard to race, color, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, marital status, physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies: Osmo does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to Osmo or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by the Osmo Talent Acquisition team. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement will automatically become the property of Osmo and Osmo will not owe any referral or other fees with respect thereto.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire