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Lab Manager
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Atomic Semi
This role is part of Atomic Semi’s effort to build a small, fast semiconductor fab using today’s technology and a few simplifications. We’ll build the tools ourselves to iterate quickly and improve. The team is made up of exceptional, hands‑on engineers—mechanical, electrical, hardware, computer, and process—who own the stack from atoms to architecture. We’ve set up 3D printers, a wide array of microscopes, e‑beam writers, and general fabrication equipment, and we’ll invent any missing tools along the way.
Base pay range $115,000.00/yr – $145,000.00/yr
About The Role As Lab Manager at Atomic Semi, you’ll oversee day‑to‑day lab operations, ensuring that our fabrication spaces run safely, efficiently, and in compliance with environmental and chemical regulations. You’ll manage permitting, chemical inventory, and safety programs while supporting the installation and maintenance of lab tools. This high‑impact role sits at the intersection of operations, compliance, and engineering, working closely with process and mechanical engineers to support rapid experimentation, set up new lab facilities, and help scale our fabrication capabilities.
Responsibilities
Own permitting and compliance for buildings, chemical storage, and gas systems.
Maintain inventory of chemicals, consumables, and lab supplies.
Oversee installation, maintenance, and calibration of key lab equipment (fume hoods, glove boxes, SEM, filters, etc.).
Conduct safety training for all lab users and enforce safety and compliance protocols.
Support layout planning and infrastructure setup for new lab spaces.
Serve as the point of contact for environmental health and safety (EHS) matters.
Required Experience
BS in a technical field such as Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
Experience managing lab operations, chemical inventories, or EHS programs.
Working knowledge of lab safety, permitting, and chemical handling regulations.
Hands‑on experience maintaining or troubleshooting lab equipment.
Nice-to-have
Experience with semiconductor or materials R&D environments.
Familiarity with vacuum systems, cleanroom protocols, or analytical tools (e.g., SEM, profilometer).
Previous startup or fast‑paced lab experience.
Working at Atomic Semi We’re an early‑stage hardware startup with solid funding, world‑class advisors, and a lab/office in San Francisco, CA.
Compensation Atomic Semi is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The annual salary range is $115,000 – $145,000, with additional equity in the company.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Generous Paid Time Off inclusive of holidays and sick time
Visa Sponsorship
Life and Disability Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
401(k) retirement plan
Weekly Learning & Development opportunities
Commuter Benefits, including parking and late‑night Uber rides from the office
Daily lunches and dinners three times per week, stocked office kitchen with snacks and drinks
We are an equal‑opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected statuses.
Export Control Analysis: This position involves access to technology subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer will be contingent upon compliance with U.S. export controls.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries Semiconductor Manufacturing
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Lab Manager
role at
Atomic Semi
This role is part of Atomic Semi’s effort to build a small, fast semiconductor fab using today’s technology and a few simplifications. We’ll build the tools ourselves to iterate quickly and improve. The team is made up of exceptional, hands‑on engineers—mechanical, electrical, hardware, computer, and process—who own the stack from atoms to architecture. We’ve set up 3D printers, a wide array of microscopes, e‑beam writers, and general fabrication equipment, and we’ll invent any missing tools along the way.
Base pay range $115,000.00/yr – $145,000.00/yr
About The Role As Lab Manager at Atomic Semi, you’ll oversee day‑to‑day lab operations, ensuring that our fabrication spaces run safely, efficiently, and in compliance with environmental and chemical regulations. You’ll manage permitting, chemical inventory, and safety programs while supporting the installation and maintenance of lab tools. This high‑impact role sits at the intersection of operations, compliance, and engineering, working closely with process and mechanical engineers to support rapid experimentation, set up new lab facilities, and help scale our fabrication capabilities.
Responsibilities
Own permitting and compliance for buildings, chemical storage, and gas systems.
Maintain inventory of chemicals, consumables, and lab supplies.
Oversee installation, maintenance, and calibration of key lab equipment (fume hoods, glove boxes, SEM, filters, etc.).
Conduct safety training for all lab users and enforce safety and compliance protocols.
Support layout planning and infrastructure setup for new lab spaces.
Serve as the point of contact for environmental health and safety (EHS) matters.
Required Experience
BS in a technical field such as Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
Experience managing lab operations, chemical inventories, or EHS programs.
Working knowledge of lab safety, permitting, and chemical handling regulations.
Hands‑on experience maintaining or troubleshooting lab equipment.
Nice-to-have
Experience with semiconductor or materials R&D environments.
Familiarity with vacuum systems, cleanroom protocols, or analytical tools (e.g., SEM, profilometer).
Previous startup or fast‑paced lab experience.
Working at Atomic Semi We’re an early‑stage hardware startup with solid funding, world‑class advisors, and a lab/office in San Francisco, CA.
Compensation Atomic Semi is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The annual salary range is $115,000 – $145,000, with additional equity in the company.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Generous Paid Time Off inclusive of holidays and sick time
Visa Sponsorship
Life and Disability Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
401(k) retirement plan
Weekly Learning & Development opportunities
Commuter Benefits, including parking and late‑night Uber rides from the office
Daily lunches and dinners three times per week, stocked office kitchen with snacks and drinks
We are an equal‑opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected statuses.
Export Control Analysis: This position involves access to technology subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer will be contingent upon compliance with U.S. export controls.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries Semiconductor Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Atomic Semi by 2x.
Get notified about new Laboratory Manager jobs in San Francisco, CA.
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