Biobank & Lab Operations Associate

Clay Today; Buffalo, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

University at Buffalo seeks an Instructional Support Associate to manage the EEH biobank facility and provide department support across asset management, procurement, HR, and finances.

The role requires laboratory experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to develop SOPs while maintaining confidentiality and safety standards. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and laboratory experience with adherence to safety SOPs.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving and quantitative abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and data/file management.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for department finances, including procurement and budget reconciliation.
• Manage assets, inventories, and space; coordinate facilities requests.
• Lead EEH biobank committee meetings and develop SOPs.
• Procure laboratory supplies and maintain biobank equipment.
• Train faculty, staff, and students on biobank procedures and safety.

Skills

Lab support experience

Microsoft 365 proficiency

Spreadsheet development

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

RF Report Center

SIRI

Concur

ShopBlue

UBBox

Job description

University at Buffalo seeks an Instructional Support Associate to manage the EEH biobank facility and provide department support across asset management, procurement, HR, and finances.

The role requires laboratory experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to develop SOPs while maintaining confidentiality and safety standards. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.