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
About the Opportunity
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.
Key Responsibilities 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 (CapEx) 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.

Qualifications 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.

Why Join Us?
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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