Lab Operations Specialist - I*

Lab Operations Specialist - I

Immediate need for a talented Lab Operations Specialist - I. This is a 06+months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Philadelphia, PA (Onsite). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.

Pay Range: $38/hr - $41/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate and updated equipment inventory, ensuring all fixed lab equipment functions properly.
• Manage vendor service contracts and coordinate preventative maintenance visits.
• Oversee timelines for certifications and calibrations on critical equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate repair visits with service providers.
• Review cold storage monitoring software to mitigate freezer failure risks.
• Participate in laboratory emergency planning and management.
• Collaborate with technicians, users, IT, and leadership to meet operational needs.
• Ensure compliance with safety systems and manage Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) availability.
• Support procurement of laboratory consumables and perform general maintenance tasks.

Key Requirements and Technology Experience:

• A.S. or B.S. in Life Sciences or Facilities Management with a management/technical emphasis.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in pharmaceutical, life sciences, or biotech in an academic or industry setting.
• Minimum 2 years of experience implementing maintenance and repair programs in a Research & Development (R&D) facility.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail, clarity, accuracy, and conciseness.
• Experience with project management activities and vendor management.
• Familiarity with establishing best practices in laboratory operations within an R&D team.
• Experience training new employees on relevant technical and conceptual skills.
• Knowledge of lab supplies procurement.

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