Lab Operations Associate: Biotech Lab & Startup Support

BioLabs; Medford (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

BioLabs in Medford, MA is seeking a Lab Operations Associate to join the graduation space at Tufts Food & Materials Hub - BioLabs. Reporting to the Associate Lab Operations Manager, you will assist in coordinating routine maintenance of a shared laboratory facility and respond to resident companies and staff requests.

You will help manage equipment maintenance, safety programs, onboarding/offboarding of residents, and daily site operations, while supporting the growth of startup biology teams in

Qualifications

• Customer service focused with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Detail oriented with a commitment to quality control and excellence.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support the management of the laboratory and facility spaces; assist with ordering for site; assist with keeping all spaces and infrastructure clean and in good repair; assist with receiving and delivery activities for resident packages.
• Support laboratory and facility equipment management – assist with installation, calibrations, preventative maintenance, cleaning, and decontamination of laboratory equipment; ensure proper use, care, and training of equipment by staff and residents; help develop, implement, and maintain standard operating procedures for equipment use and care.
• Participate in on- & off-boarding of residents and member companies – discuss safety, space tours, badge access, initial equipment and space training, loaned equipment returns, decommissioning of space and preparation of same for new residents.
• Assist the site EHS officer – execute all site-related safety programs in line with corporate EHS policies; assist with all hazardous waste stream activities per all federal, state, and municipal regulations and BioLabs policies; help maintain all chemical inventories and SDS databases.
• In collaboration with the site team, contribute to building resident community culture.
• Provide excellent customer service with a high level of attention to detail.
• Other duties as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Safety compliance

Equipment handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology/chemistry, genetics, or other related life sciences discipline

Tools

Laboratory equipment handling

Inventory management

Job description

BioLabs in Medford, MA is seeking a Lab Operations Associate to join the graduation space at Tufts Food & Materials Hub - BioLabs. Reporting to the Associate Lab Operations Manager, you will assist in coordinating routine maintenance of a shared laboratory facility and respond to resident companies and staff requests.

You will help manage equipment maintenance, safety programs, onboarding/offboarding of residents, and daily site operations, while supporting the growth of startup biology teams in