Job Details

Target PR Range: 19-23/hr DOE

The Laboratory Coordinator primarily supports daily laboratory operations through laboratory glassware washing and preparation, inventory control, supply ordering, and sample handling. Responsibilities include washing, decontaminating, rinsing, drying, inspecting, and organizing laboratory glassware and reusable supplies; operating and cleaning laboratory dishwashers and autoclaves; monitoring inventory levels, performing routine inventory counts, maintaining accurate records, identifying replenishment needs, submitting and tracking supply orders, receiving deliveries, rotating stock, and monitoring expiration dates; and receiving, labeling, logging, staging, storing, distributing, transferring, and disposing of laboratory samples in accordance with established procedures while maintaining sample identification, condition, documentation, and traceability. The Laboratory Coordinator also prepares test supplies, maintains clean and orderly work and storage areas, completes cleaning logs, inventory records, sample records, equipment charts, and other required documentation, and enters routine information into laboratory approved systems. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, basic computer and mathematical skills, attention to detail, effective communication, the ability to read and follow written instructions and standard operating procedures in English, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively while complying with applicable safety and quality requirements. 0-2 years of laboratory, inventory, materials-handling, or related experience is preferred.

The Laboratory Coordinator supports Biology, Chemistry, and Microbiology laboratory operations by monitoring workload, priorities, and staffing needs and providing support across all laboratory areas as needed.

Responsibilities:
* Clean and prepare lab glassware and supplies
* Assist in preparing test supplies
* Operate and clean supporting equipment (e.g autoclaves, dishwashers, etc)
* Assist in maintaining laboratory paperwork
* Verify and change temperature charts on lab equipment on a routine basis

Additional Skills:

* Basic computer skills, required
* Ability to read, comprehend and speak German, required; basic ability to read and comprehend English, required
* Good communication and interpersonal relationship skills
* Basic knowledge of laboratory processes
* Basic knowledge in mathematics, e.g., decimals and percentage
* Knowledge of and adherence to Environmental Health and Safety and Quality guidelines as they relate to department clean room medical device manufacturing
* Strict attention to detail
* Ability to work with own team environment

Education and Experience:
* Secondary Education or equivalent
* 0-2 years of experience required