Lab Operations Specialist - II

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Lab Operations Specialist - II for an Onsite position with a Global Biotechnology Company located in Philadelphia, PA. This is a 12+ month contract opportunity.

This role involves managing laboratory equipment inventory, vendor service contracts, and coordinating certifications and calibrations for critical equipment. The ideal candidate will support the procurement of lab consumables, troubleshoot operational issues, and work with the lab safety officer to ensure compliance and a safe R&D environment.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain equipment inventory, ensuring the information is accurate and updated promptly
• Regularly evaluate fixed lab equipment (fume hoods, exhaust fans, biosafety cabinet, etc) are functioning properly
• Manage all laboratory vendor service contracts ensuring that preventative maintenance visits are executed on schedule
• Manage and coordinate timelines across laboratories for certifications and calibrations on critical equipment
• Help resolve and/or coordinate equipment repair visit between the service provider and the laboratory team
• Review cold storage monitoring software to minimize the risk of freezer failure
• Participate in laboratory emergency planning/management - e.g. power outages and infrastructure projects
• Work with all parties involved (technicians, users, IT, and leadership) to ensure that both the equipment and operational needs are met
• Chaperone technicians from external suppliers and ensure they are adhering to company policies while onsite
• Oversee delivery logistics by coordinating the receipt of packages, gas deliveries, or installation of laboratory equipment
• Support the procurement of laboratory consumables and supplies as needed
• Perform general troubleshooting of laboratory operation issues as they arise
• Support the development and maintenance of procedures to ensure compliant lab operations
• Work with lab safety officer to manage the safety systems/compliance and ensure the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is current and available
• Provide miscellaneous laboratory maintenance tasks as needed e.g. supply stocking, eye wash/safety shower flushing, removal of waste, etc

Requirements:

• A.S. or B.S. in Life Sciences or Facilities Management with management/technical emphasis
• Minimum 1 year of pharmaceutical, life sciences, or biotech experience 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 with member of cross-functional team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to solve problems while anticipating the downstream impacts
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail, clarity, accuracy, and conciseness
• Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position.

Desired skills:

Experience with project management activities and vendor management
Experience working within an R&D team while establishing and enforcing best practices in laboratory operations
Experience training/teaching new employees specific relevant technical and conceptual skills is a plus
Experience with lab supplies procurement

Pay rate: Up to $35.71 an hour

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW)

ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.

Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)

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ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

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