Laboratory Data & Sample Operations Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Laboratory Data & Sample Operations Coordinator
Location: The Woodlands, TX
Pay Rate: $35-$38/hr.
Schedule: Monday Friday, 40 hours/week
Position Type: 6-Month Contract (Potential for Extension)
Position Overview
Openwork is hiring on behalf of our client, a global leader in specialty chemicals and advanced materials, for a Laboratory Data & Sample Operations Coordinator at their premier R&D technology center in The Woodlands, TX.
This role supports daily operations, analytical data verification, and sample tracking within a high-tech chemical research environment. Sitting at the intersection of scientific lab work and digital data management, this position is ideal for a candidate with a Chemistry or Scientific background who thrives on organization, data integrity, quality control, and laboratory information systems (LIMS) over full-time bench research.
Key Responsibilities

• Sample Management: Oversee incoming chemical samples, log details into the database, assign tracking labels, route samples to appropriate testing groups, and manage chemical inventory/disposal.
• Data Verification & QA: Review and double-check analytical test data generated by lab equipment and researchers for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to quality standards.
• LIMS Administration: Maintain and update records in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) to ensure seamless sample tracking and report generation.
• Lab Coordination: Serve as a central point of contact between bench scientists, analytical testing teams, and operations to streamline laboratory workflows.
• Documentation & Excel: Manage technical spreadsheets, logbooks, and standard operating procedure (SOP) documentation using Microsoft Excel and Office tools.

• Education: Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline preferred.
• Experience: 14 years of experience working in a laboratory, quality control (QC), or lab operations environment.
• Database & Systems: Hands-on experience or familiarity with LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) or similar lab databases is strongly preferred.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Excel for data organization.
• Skills: High attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Openwork is a candidate-focused staffing company on a mission to bring ease, accessibility, and thoughtfulness to an industry we’ve held a footing in for 50+ years. We believe there’s more to life than livelihood, but that finding your dream job, career, or team is a really good place to start.

Company Description

Openwork is a candidate-focused staffing company on a mission to bring ease, accessibility, and thoughtfulness to an industry we’ve held a footing in for 50+ years. We believe there’s more to life than livelihood, but that finding your dream job, career, or team is a really good place to start.