Lab Administrator

Lab Administrator is responsible for managing laboratory operations, procurement, inventory, marketing, business development, and administrative support to the Laboratory Director. The role supports the establishment and growth of Bio Trace by ensuring efficient laboratory operations, coordinating vendors and suppliers, strengthening brand visibility, and assisting with business development initiatives.

The position also involves providing technical laboratory support, including sample intake, sample preparation, analytical testing, and method validation activities, subject to documented qualifications, training, and authorization under the laboratory’s quality management system and applicable ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating laboratory setup, daily operations, inventory, procurement, and supplier relationships.
• Managing equipment calibration, certification, maintenance schedules, and related documentation.
• Developing marketing materials and maintaining the company’s Linked In presence and online business listings.
• Supporting client outreach, business development, conferences, and industry events.
• Assisting laboratory analysts with sample intake, sample preparation, analytical testing, and method validation, subject to documented qualifications and authorization.
• Coordinating with Quality Assurance on sample traceability, laboratory records, and ISO/IEC 17025-related requirements.
• Providing administrative and project support to the Laboratory Director, including follow-ups, scheduling, vendor communication, and operational coordination.
• Supporting team engagement and process improvements as the laboratory expands.

• Hands-on experience in analytical laboratories, including experience as a laboratory technician and analytical chemist.
• Experience with LC-MS/MS and HPLC instrumentation.
• Knowledge of sample handling, sample preparation, analytical testing, and method validation.
• Ability to support instrument data analysis and laboratory technical activities.
• Familiarity with laboratory inventory, equipment records, procurement, and vendor coordination.
• Understanding of laboratory quality procedures and ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.
• Experience in marketing, branding, digital platforms, and business development activities.
• Strong organizational, communication, coordination, and administrative skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and support the Laboratory Director in a growing laboratory environment.