Coordinator - Sample Management

The Opportunity

In this role, you will report to the Territory Area Manager and will work closely with the Avantor's Advanced Laboratory Services professionals to serve our customers by performing customized, mission-based lab work and research protocols that help return time back to science.

Location:

Spring House, PA

Shift: Monday - Friday 1st shift

Hourly pay range: $22 - $24.88

Benefits:

Health & Wellness

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Wellness programs
• Eligible for medical coverage starting Day 1

Time Off

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company-paid holidays
• Choice holidays

Financial Well-Being

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Commuter benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Tuition assistance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan discount

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Bachelor's degree preferred

Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in inventory management, materials handling, laboratory operations, supply chain, customer service, or related fields.

• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Technical problem-solving mindset with the ability to troubleshoot operational issues.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience working in a biotechnology, pharmaceutical, life sciences, or research laboratory environment.
• Experience with biological sample management, including proteins, nucleic acids, and cell lines.
• Familiarity with laboratory automation systems.
• Hands-on experience with Hamilton Verso and Saturn automation platforms.
• Knowledge of SAP, Citrix, ChemSW, inventory management platforms, and related systems.
• Understanding of hazardous material handling and shipping requirements.
• Spill containment, IATA, DOT, IMDG, and OSHA Right-to-Know training.
• Knowledge of scientific products and laboratory services.

Avantor's Advanced Laboratory Services team is a crucial part of the Avantor Services group serving over 500 customers in biopharma, pharmaceutical, educational, industrial, and high-tech industries with customizable, flexible solutions and end-to-end laboratory operations support.

Inventory Management & Operations

• Manage and maintain DNA, protein, cell, and laboratory material inventories.
• Monitor inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits, physical inventories, and reconciliation activities.
• Process inventory movements, sample requests, and material transfers both on-site and off-site.
• Track inventory utilization trends and provide data-driven reporting to stakeholders.

Laboratory & Quality Control Support

• Lead protein, nucleic acid, and cell inventory quality control (QC) and distribution activities.
• Implement and maintain procedures to ensure accurate sample information and inventory integrity.
• Facilitate the transfer of proteins, cells, and nucleic acid materials into automation-compatible vessels for downstream use.
• Evaluate the quality of proteins, nucleic acids, and cell samples using:
• HPLC
• FPLC
• UV/Absorbance Analysis
• Gel Electrophoresis
• Mass Spectrometry
• Cell Expression Titer Testing
• Sterility Testing
• Next Generation Sequencing (NGS)
• Endotoxin Testing
• Analyze assay results and identify quality deviations.
• Perform buffer exchanges, formulations, and material regeneration activities when required.
• Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks and documentation of experiments, protocols, and observations.

Laboratory Automation & Technical Support

• Support laboratory automation systems and workflows.
• Troubleshoot basic technical and automation-related issues to minimize operational disruptions.
• Assist in maintaining continuity of automated inventory processes.
• Experience with Hamilton Verso and Hamilton Saturn systems is highly preferred.

Customer Service & Administrative Support

• Serve as a primary point of contact for inventory-related inquiries.
• Support purchasing activities including:
• Backorder management
• Quote requests
• Vendor coordination
• Invoice resolution
• Expediting shipments

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science. The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time.

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