Laboratory Coordinator - Materials Science

Job Description

Job Description

Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio (USA) with Engineering Centers in Pune, India and Yokohama, Japan, Goken is a global Engineering Services and Product Development company founded in 2004. We partner with OEMs and suppliers across the mobility space, as well as clients in non-mobility industries, to deliver innovative solutions and accelerate product development.

At Goken, we embrace our motto of "Time to Innovate" by pushing boundaries, cultivating entrepreneurial thinking, and empowering individuals who thrive on tackling challenges, embrace fresh ideas, and are driven to create solutions that shape the future. This mindset fuels our mission and empowers our teams to solve complex problems, deliver measurable value, and move our clients and industries forward.

Our Vision is to empower associates to drive innovation and lead meaningful change wherever it's needed, ensuring we stay ahead of the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow. Our Mission is to build trust that fosters greatness in our people, excellence in our clients, and positive impact in the communities we serve.

Goken offers a competitive compensation structure and benefits that support professional growth and personal well-being. We also foster a culture built on high performance, collaboration, continuous improvement, and ongoing professional development.

Summary:

The Materials Science Laboratory Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation of a multidisciplinary materials science laboratory. This position ensures that laboratory spaces, equipment, chemicals, and documentation are managed effectively to support safe, efficient research activities. The role is operational rather than research-focused, requiring strong organizational skills, technical knowledge of laboratory practices, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and well-managed laboratory environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage inventories of chemicals, consumables, laboratory supplies, and research materials.
• Coordinate purchasing, receiving, labeling, and storage of laboratory materials.
• Implement and enforce laboratory safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain compliance with institutional, OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulations.
• Manage chemical hygiene, hazardous waste handling, and laboratory inspections.
• Organize laboratory workspaces to support efficient operation and safe workflows.
• Oversee equipment placement, storage systems, and shared laboratory resources.
• Develop, maintain, and update laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Prepare risk assessments, job hazard analyses, and equipment operating procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Working knowledge of laboratory practices, chemical handling, and materials science laboratory operations.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to develop and maintain technical documentation, including SOPs and laboratory records.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating with researchers, students, technical staff, and environmental health and safety personnel.
• No prior laboratory management experience is required; training will be provided for the right candidate.

Preferred:

• Experience working in a research, university, or industrial laboratory.
• Familiarity with materials characterization equipment and laboratory instrumentation.
• Knowledge of OSHA laboratory standards, chemical hygiene practices, hazardous waste management, and environmental health and safety requirements.
• Experience with laboratory inventory management systems or equipment maintenance tracking.
• OSHA laboratory safety training or other applicable laboratory safety certifications.

Goken is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and engaging workplace across all global locations. We value diversity and provide equal opportunities for career growth and professional development, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.