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(TBC) is an applied biological computing company that uses real neurons to improve AI models.\nWe study how biological neural networks process information, extract useful computational principles and translate those insights into software that makes modern AI models better, faster and more efficient. Our Algorithm Discovery Platform brings together biology, computational neuroscience, AI research and software engineering to develop new algorithms, architectures and neurally-optimized software for generative video and next-generation AI infrastructure.\nToday, we are commercializing neurally optimized models that run on conventional GPU and cloud infrastructure. Longer term, we are building toward real-time biological compute, where real neurons operate alongside silicon as part of the compute stack.\nOur interdisciplinary team includes researchers and engineers with experience at Apple, Johns Hopkins, Meta, MIT, Stanford and other leading institutions.\nAbout the Role\nTBC is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support biological computing and electrophysiology research in our Baltimore lab.\nYou will prepare and maintain high-quality microelectrode arrays, support primary neuronal culture and tissue-processing workflows and help ensure that experimental materials are ready for scheduled electrophysiology studies. You will perform quality-control checks, maintain accurate experimental records and troubleshoot issues that could affect culture health, MEA performance or data quality.\nThis is a hands-on role for someone who works carefully, follows precise protocols and takes ownership of laboratory readiness. You will collaborate closely with biology and electrophysiology researchers while helping build the reliable, repeatable laboratory systems required to scale TBC’s biological computing platform.\nWhat You’ll Work On\nPrepare and Maintain Microelectrode Arrays\nPerform specialized surface treatments and conditioning of MEA plates according to established protocols.\n\nApply coatings and substrates required for cell attachment and electrophysiological stability.\n\nSterilize MEAs and associated materials using approved laboratory methods.\n\nHandle MEAs and consumables aseptically to minimize contamination risk.\n\nMaintain complete records of preparation methods, materials, lot numbers and outcomes to support traceability and reproducibility.\n\nConduct MEA Quality Control\nPerform routine quality-control checks to assess MEA integrity, impedance and experimental readiness.\n\nIdentify coating defects, inconsistent impedance, contamination and other deviations from established quality standards.\n\nDocument QC results accurately and communicate issues promptly to the appropriate team members.\n\nPerform corrective actions and repeat preparation procedures when required.\n\nHelp establish clear acceptance criteria for MEA use in scheduled experiments.\n\nSupport Neuronal Culture and Tissue Preparation\nMaintain and support mammalian and primary neuronal cell-culture workflows.\n\nAssist with sterile dissections, cortical cell isolation and preparation of primary neural tissue.\n\nPrepare samples, solutions, media and reagents according to defined formulas and procedures.\n\nSupport cell staining, immunostaining and other laboratory assays as required.\n\nMonitor culture health and promptly escalate abnormal or atypical results.\n\nPerform experiments on biological samples according to approved protocols.\n\nSupport Electrophysiology Experiments\nCoordinate with the electrophysiology team to ensure that MEAs, cultures, reagents and equipment are ready for scheduled experiments.\n\nAssist with MEA-based neural stimulation and recording workflows.\n\nHelp collect, organize and maintain high-quality experimental and electrophysiological data.\n\nRecord experimental conditions, observations, deviations and results in appropriate laboratory systems.\n\nSupport the preparation of data reports and database files used to track research progress.\n\nSupport Animal Research\nHandle small laboratory rodents, including mice and rats, in accordance with approved protocols.\n\nAssist with tissue collection and organ harvesting for downstream analysis.\n\nSupport cortical cell-isolation procedures and related ex vivo workflows.\n\nMaintain complete animal-research and tissue-processing documentation.\n\nFollow all applicable IACUC protocols, training requirements and animal-welfare standards.\n\nMaintain Laboratory Operations\nMonitor inventory levels for MEAs, coatings, media, reagents, tools and other consumables.\n\nOrder supplies and ensure critical materials are available when needed.\n\nMaintain a clean, organized and experiment-ready workspace.\n\nPerform routine equipment maintenance and basic troubleshooting.\n\nCoordinate service or repairs when equipment issues require outside support.\n\nMaintain safety records and follow applicable biological safety, chemical handling and waste-disposal procedures.\n\nImprove Processes and Quality\nDiagnose recurring issues related to MEA preparation, coatings, impedance, contamination or experimental readiness.\n\nRecommend improvements to protocols, workflow efficiency and quality-control procedures.\n\nHelp convert successful research procedures into clear, repeatable standard operating procedures.\n\nParticipate in experimental planning and provide practical feedback on laboratory feasibility, timing and resource requirements.\n\nWork effectively across biology, neuroscience and engineering teams in a fast-moving research environment.\n\nWhat Success Looks Like\nMEAs are prepared consistently and meet defined quality standards before scheduled experiments.\n\nPrimary neuronal cultures and tissue preparations remain viable, reproducible and contamination-free.\n\nMaterials, reagents and equipment are available when researchers need them.\n\nExperimental records are complete, accurate and easy to trace.\n\nTechnical issues are identified early, communicated clearly and resolved efficiently.\n\nLaboratory workflows become more consistent and scalable over time.\n\nThe Baltimore team can complete more high-quality experiments without sacrificing rigor, safety or documentation.\n\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in Biology, Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry or a related field.\n\nPrior hands-on experience in a biological or biomedical research laboratory.\n\nFamiliarity with mammalian cell culture, primary cell culture or neural tissue preparation.\n\nExperience handling small laboratory rodents and collecting tissue for research.\n\nStrong attention to detail and the ability to follow precise protocols consistently.\n\nManual dexterity and comfort working with delicate laboratory materials and equipment.\n\nStrong organizational, documentation and problem-solving skills.\n\nAbility to recognize abnormal results, investigate likely causes and escalate issues appropriately.\n\nAbility to read and follow written and verbal instructions.\n\nAbility to prioritize work and complete assignments reliably in a dynamic, fast-paced laboratory.\n\nStrong communication and interpersonal skills.\n\nAbility to work full-time on site in TBC’s Baltimore laboratory.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience preparing, coating or testing microelectrode arrays.\n\nExperience with MEA systems, patch clamp or other electrophysiology methods.\n\nExperience with cortical cell isolation or primary neuronal culture.\n\nFamiliarity with impedance testing and electrophysiology quality-control procedures.\n\nExperience with immunostaining, 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