Lab Support Specialist

Lab Support Specialist - Wilmington, NC

Schedule:

Up to 40 hours per week | Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Location:

Onsite | Wilmington, NC

We are seeking a detail-oriented Lab Support Specialist to support daily laboratory operations in a fast-paced scientific environment. This contract position is ideal for candidates with a science background who enjoy managing laboratory resources, coordinating operations, maintaining equipment, and supporting research teams. The successful candidate will play a critical role in keeping lab processes running efficiently while ensuring inventory, equipment, safety, and vendor activities are effectively managed.

• Laboratory Operations & Coordination
  • Lead and facilitate monthly laboratory organization meetings to communicate updates, address concerns, and improve operational efficiency.
  • Coordinate customer visits and laboratory tours.
  • Manage lab coat services and support general laboratory organization initiatives.
  • Coordinate vendor visits and service appointments.
• Chemical & Waste Management
  • Oversee laboratory chemical inventory, including tracking existing inventory and managing new chemical arrivals.
  • Maintain compliance with laboratory waste management procedures.
  • Coordinate waste pickup scheduling and waste stream management.
• Inventory & Supply Management
  • Order, receive, and track laboratory supplies, consumables, and common-use materials.
  • Monitor inventory levels to ensure laboratories remain fully stocked and operational.
  • Maintain accurate records of inventory and procurement activities.
• Procurement & Contract Administration
  • Manage laboratory service contracts and renewal activities.
  • Partner with procurement teams to obtain competitive pricing and process contract renewals.
  • Support new equipment acquisitions and capital expenditure (Cap Ex) purchases.
  • Review vendor quotes and assist with cost-effective purchasing decisions.
• Equipment Maintenance & Support
  • Perform routine daily, monthly, and annual equipment maintenance activities.
  • Manage preventive maintenance (PM) schedules.
  • Coordinate calibration activities and maintain related documentation.
  • Troubleshoot laboratory equipment issues and coordinate repairs when needed.
• Shipping, Receiving & Logistics
  • Manage shipping and receiving activities for laboratory materials and equipment.
  • Track deliveries and ensure timely distribution of incoming supplies.
• Laboratory Workflow Support
  • Learn Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) library preparation workflows.
  • Assist laboratory teams with manual testing and workflow support as needed.

• Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, or a related scientific field.
  • Strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently in an onsite laboratory environment.
  • Proficiency with inventory management, documentation, and operational coordination.
• Preferred
  • Previous laboratory experience in an academic, research, clinical, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical setting.
  • Experience supporting laboratory operations, equipment maintenance, inventory management, or procurement activities.
  • Familiarity with NGS workflows, laboratory instrumentation, and scientific consumables.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting a dynamic laboratory operation while expanding your knowledge of laboratory systems, equipment management, procurement processes, and scientific workflows. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams and contribute to the success of critical laboratory initiatives in a collaborative, professional environment.

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