Lab Operations & Compliance Coordinator

Apex Systems; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems is seeking a Lab Operations Coordinator in Manhattanville, NY (onsite 5 days/week). The role supports group leaders, platform leaders, and scientists in managing lab equipment, software access, SOPs, and safety programs.

Candidate should have a BS/MS in life sciences and 2+ years in lab operations. Responsibilities include calibration and maintenance, inventory management, staff training, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Biology, Chemistry, Life Sciences, or an equivalent field.
• 2+ years of relevant lab management, laboratory operations, or laboratory coordination.
• 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 laboratory personnel on procedures.
• Manage equipment and supply inventory, including ordering and installation coordination.
• Oversee day-to-day laboratory safety and ensure regulatory/internal compliance.
• Develop, revise, and maintain SOPs for laboratories.
• Liaise with Facilities, Security and EHS teams to report and resolve issues in the lab space.
• Maintain lab records, certifications and compliance documentation.
• Serve on committees relating to lab operations; assist with process improvements.

Skills

Lab management

Instrumentation maintenance

Vendor coordination

SOP development

Training & onboarding

Regulatory compliance

Education

BS or MS in Biology, Chemistry, Life Sciences, or equivalent

Tools

Lab management software

Job description

Everforth Apex Systems is seeking a Lab Operations Coordinator in Manhattanville, NY (onsite 5 days/week). The role supports group leaders, platform leaders, and scientists in managing lab equipment, software access, SOPs, and safety programs.

Candidate should have a BS/MS in life sciences and 2+ years in lab operations. Responsibilities include calibration and maintenance, inventory management, staff training, and ensuring regulatory compliance.