Lead Laboratory Technician

Lead Laboratory Technician

Location: Cleveland, OH 44102 Duration: 12 months plus extensions

The R&D Laboratory Leader supports laboratory operations and research activities while providing basic coordination of daily tasks. This role combines hands-on lab work with limited leadership responsibilities, helping ensure experiments are completed efficiently, safely, and accurately.

Key Responsibilities

• Laboratory Execution
  • Perform routine laboratory experiments, tests, and analyses
  • Prepare samples, materials, and equipment
  • Record and report data accurately
• Team Coordination
  • Help organize daily lab tasks and priorities
  • Act as a point of contact for basic lab questions
• Project Support
  • Assist in executing assigned R&D projects
  • Track progress of tasks and communicate status to supervisor
• Equipment & Lab Maintenance
  • Clean, maintain, and calibrate laboratory equipment
  • Identify and report equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs
  • Maintain organized lab spaces and ensure readiness for work
  • Monitor and replenish laboratory supplies and materials
• Safety & Compliance
  • Follow all lab safety procedures and SOPs
  • Promote safe work practices within the team
  • Maintain proper documentation
• Collaboration
  • Work closely with scientists, engineers, and technicians
  • Share updates and observations clearly

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor's degree in a scientific or technical field

Experience
0–5 years of laboratory or R&D experience

Skills & Competencies
Basic laboratory and technical skills, strong attention to detail, organization and time management, communication and teamwork, emerging leadership and coordination ability