Pre-clinical Lab Coordinator

Primary Function of Position The Pre‑clinical Lab Coordinator is a hands‑on operations lead responsible for coordinating and executing pre‑clinical lab activities. This role partners closely with cross‑functional stakeholders including Clinical Engineering, Product Development, Engineering and Research teams to ensure labs are properly scheduled, staffed, equipped, and successfully delivered. Essential Job Responsibilities Own and manage lab scheduling systems, request intake workflows, and tracking dashboards Maintain and enable cross‑functional visibility into lab demand, capacity, and upcoming studies Drive lab and specimen forecast planning with stakeholders Identify and resolve scheduling conflicts, resource gaps and operational risks Align with stakeholders to ensure labs are fully prepared ahead of execution (staffing, equipment, materials) Partner with Clinical Engineering to ensure smooth day‑to‑day lab readiness and study execution Provide day‑to‑day task direction, prioritization, and coordination for lab technicians Ensure alignment of technician activities with lab priorities and execution timelines Ensure technician‑dependent tasks (setup, reprocessing, equipment prep) are completed Identify process gaps and create standard work instructions for technicians Provide real‑time coordination and decision‑making support to technicians during execution Monitor quality and completeness of technician work Provide hands‑on support for routine lab setup, equipment preparation, and troubleshooting; develop SOPs/playbooks for repeatability Support non‑routine or complex lab setups in collaboration with Clinical Engineering partners and help develop standardized workflows Step in to support Clinical Engineering during critical or resource‑constrained product development lab activities Proactively review upcoming lab schedules to ensure alignment of people, equipment, and materials for lab execution readiness Maintain visibility into technician availability, equipment readiness, and supply status Identify and resolve resource gaps to ensure execution readiness Align lab demand with available capacity and elevate constraints as needed Ensure all lab equipment is available, functional, and ready for use Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues, escalating when needed Coordinate maintenance and repairs with internal and external technicians and vendors Ensure readiness of robotic systems, A/V setups and connectivity ahead of pre‑clinical lab execution Coordinate lab readiness for onsite and offsite pre‑clinical studies with Clinical Engineering and supporting teams Align stakeholders on timelines, dependencies, and requirements Track readiness across all components required for successful execution Support planning and execution of training programs defined by Supervisor Coordinate training lab logistics, schedules, and participant tracking Manage training documentation and completion records Identify inefficiencies in lab workflows and execution processes Develop and maintain standardized workflows and playbooks to improve repeatability and reduce execution variability Propose and implement improvements to scheduling, coordination, and execution Create and manage dashboards to provide visibility into lab efficiency tracking Support adoption of tools and systems to improve lab operations Improve lab utilization, readiness, and execution consistency Act as central coordination point across engineering, research, and operations teams Communicate lab status, risks, and updates clearly and proactively Build strong relationships with engineers, technicians, and collaborators Qualifications Required Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, or related field 2–5 years of experience in lab operations, pre‑clinical research, or technical lab roles Strong hands‑on experience with lab equipment, setup, and troubleshooting Experience coordinating lab workflows or supporting multiple studies Ability to balance execution and coordination responsibilities Proficient in working with computer systems and office applications including Word, Excel, Smartsheet, etc. Preferred Experience in medical device or pre‑clinical lab environments Exposure to robotic or surgical systems Familiarity with regulated environments (e.g., IACUC, GLP‑adjacent) Key Skills Strong hands‑on technical capability Operational ownership and execution mindset Ability to balance coordination and execution Problem‑solving in dynamic lab environments Clear communication and stakeholder management Attention to detail and quality Travel Up to25% domestic. Compensation Base Compensation Range Region1: $106,000USD–$143,400USD Base Compensation Range Region2: $90,100USD–$121,900USD Shift: Day Workplace Type: Onsite – This job is fully onsite. Equal Opportunity Employer We are an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled employer. Intuitive is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr