Contract Lab Operations Coordinator (Safety & Compliance)

Socket.dev; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Terrana Biosciences is seeking a contract Laboratory Operations Associate to join our team in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. You will help ensure laboratories operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory requirements, supporting scientists and driving continuous improvement in lab operations.

Responsibilities include managing daily operations, inventory, vendor contracts, waste disposal, and USDA permitting, with occasional after-hours support and plant care assistance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or related scientific discipline with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Onsite, full-time work in Research Triangle Park, NC.
• Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and multitasking skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Partner with scientists and cross-functional teams to anticipate operational needs and minimize disruptions to research.
• Manage daily laboratory operations, including purchasing support, shipping and receiving, inventory, vendor and service contracts, equipment maintenance, documentation, and record keeping.
• Champion a strong culture of laboratory safety.
• Coordinate biological and chemical waste disposal in compliance with regulations.
• Support USDA permitting and other regulatory compliance activities.
• Respond to occasional after-hours laboratory emergencies and assist the Controlled Environment Agriculture team with plant care when needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Safety & quality mindset

Education

BSc in Biology/ Chemistry/ Biotechnology or related

Tools

LIMS

Project management software

Job description

Terrana Biosciences is seeking a contract Laboratory Operations Associate to join our team in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. You will help ensure laboratories operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory requirements, supporting scientists and driving continuous improvement in lab operations.

Responsibilities include managing daily operations, inventory, vendor contracts, waste disposal, and USDA permitting, with occasional after-hours support and plant care assistance