Laboratory Operations Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Laboratory Operations Specialist

 
Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Laboratory Operations Specialist for a part-time position at a cutting-edge biotech company in Rancho Cordova , CA. If you’re passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.

Pay Rate:   
$28-32/hour

Overview:
In this role, you will ensure smooth lab operations by maintaining and troubleshooting essential equipment, monitoring liquid nitrogen and safety systems, coordinating with vendors, resolving day-to-day issues, and responding flexibly to urgent needs in a dynamic lab environment.

Schedule:  
Part-time: Monday through Friday, 4 hours/day

 
Responsibilities:

• Maintain, clean, and troubleshoot key laboratory equipment, including incubators, autoclaves, freezers, refrigerators, and safety showers.
• Oversee liquid nitrogen storage, monitor levels and alarms, and promptly address any temperature excursions or system failures.
• Support assembly, installation, and connection of lab equipment, tubing, and facility infrastructure, applying strong mechanical skills.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and SOPs to perform routine checks, basic troubleshooting, and resolve operational issues.
• Coordinate scheduled maintenance, repairs, and waste handling with external vendors and service providers, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
• Maintain detailed records of equipment maintenance, monitoring logs, and operational activities to support audits and continuous improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science or related field.
• Previous professional experience in laboratory operations, specifically hands-on experience with liquid nitrogen, incubators, and autoclaves.
• Mechanically inclined, comfortable with equipment assembly, troubleshooting, and performing operational tasks.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks effectively, and respond to urgent or emergency situations.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety protocols, GMP, or other regulated environments.

 
What happens next:
Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry – even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means our team of expert Science & Clinical recruiters will have access to your profile, making your opportunities limitless.

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