Lab Equipment Coordinator

Apex Systems; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401K plan

HSA

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems is seeking a Lab Operations Coordinator to join our Manhattanville, NY onsite team. You will support group leaders, platform leaders, and scientists by managing lab equipment, processes, documentation, and compliance to keep operations running smoothly.

Responsibilities include calibrating and maintaining instrumentation, training users, managing lab software, inventory, and safety, and developing SOPs.BS/MS in life sciences and 2+ years of lab experience are required.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Biology, Chemistry, Life Sciences or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of relevant lab management, laboratory operations, or coordination.
• Hands-on lab experience and handling of chemicals.
• Demonstrated experience developing, writing, or revising SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lab instrumentation, including calibration and maintenance, coordinating with vendors and engineers as needed.
• Manage implementation and user accounts for lab management software.
• Provide instrument training to new users and train lab personnel on procedures and best practices.
• Manage equipment and supply inventory for the laboratories, including ordering and coordinating delivery and installation.
• Maintain laboratory safety and ensure compliance with regulations and internal procedures.
• Develop, revise, and maintain SOPs for laboratories.

Skills

Lab management

SOP development

Equipment calibration

Vendor coordination

Education

BS or MS in Biology/Chemistry/Life Sciences

Tools

Lab management software

Job description

Lab Operations Coordinator

Location: Manhattanville, New York (Onsite 5 days/week)

Role Overview

We are seeking a self-motivated individual with a scientific background to join a laboratory management team. This role will support group leaders, platform leaders, and scientists. The position involves the management and maintenance of laboratory equipment and operations to ensure laboratory processes, equipment, documentation, and compliance activities run efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain lab instrumentation, including calibration and maintenance, coordinating with vendors and engineers as needed.
• Manage implementation and user accounts for lab management software.
• Provide instrument training to new users and train laboratory personnel on operational procedures and best practices.
• Manage equipment and supply inventory for the laboratories, including ordering and coordinating delivery and installation.
• Manage day-to-day laboratory safety and ensure the laboratory remains in compliance with all relevant regulations and internal procedures.
• Develop, revise, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for laboratories.
• Liaise with Facilities, Security, and Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) support teams, reporting and resolving issues within the physical laboratory space.
• Maintain laboratory records, certifications, and compliance-related documentation.
• Serve on committees relating to lab operations as appropriate.
• Assist with process improvement initiatives and operational projects.

Required Qualifications

• Education: A BS or MS in Biology, Chemistry, Life Sciences, or an equivalent field is required.
• Experience: 2+ years of relevant lab management, laboratory operations, or laboratory coordination.
• Hands‑on experience working in a laboratory environment and experience handling chemicals.
• Demonstrated experience developing, writing, or revising SOPs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting laboratory safety and compliance programs.
• Experience tracking certifications or training records.
• Experience coordinating vendors and service providers.
• Experience supporting academic research, biotech, or life science organizations.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.

Comfortable working around laboratory equipment and infrastructure, including compressed gases, incubators, and related laboratory systems.

About Everforth Apex

Everforth Apex is a world‑class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Benefits Overview

• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• An ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan).
• SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• A corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on‑Demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• A dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.

You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

ADA Accommodations

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