Interdisciplinary Lab Operations Lead

Penn State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount (employee and as-

Job summary

Penn State University seeks a Laboratory Coordinator to oversee daily operations of the Pan Laboratory, coordinating purchasing, budgeting, safety, equipment, and research administration. This position supports faculty, staff, and students and ensures efficient operations in a fast-paced biomedical research setting.

The role can be Intermediate or Advanced Professional level, with annual contracts and a strong likelihood of reappointment, emphasizing process improvement and organized workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, biomedical sciences or related field.
• 1+ year of experience in laboratory operations or research administration.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard business software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day laboratory operations, safety, space, and equipment.
• Manage purchasing, budgeting, inventory, and vendor relations.
• Oversee research administration, budgets, and grant-related tasks.
• Support project planning, scheduling, and cross-team communication.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field

Job description

Penn State University seeks a Laboratory Coordinator to oversee daily operations of the Pan Laboratory, coordinating purchasing, budgeting, safety, equipment, and research administration. This position supports faculty, staff, and students and ensures efficient operations in a fast-paced biomedical research setting.

The role can be Intermediate or Advanced Professional level, with annual contracts and a strong likelihood of reappointment, emphasizing process improvement and organized workflows.