Lab Operations Coordinator

Kaigene Inc; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch

401(k)

Free food & snacks

Job summary

Kaigene Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Lab Operations Coordinator in Rockville, MD, to manage purchasing, inventory, vendor coordination, and equipment service scheduling in a collaborative biotech environment.

The role focuses on maintaining compliant, efficient operations, organizing records, and supporting scientists and leadership. This is a part-time, on-site position with opportunities to grow in operations management as the company scales.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills are required.
• Excellent attention to detail is essential.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Outlook, Teams and SharePoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in Korean for coordination with Korea-based leadership and partners.

Responsibilities

• Process approved purchase requests and place orders for lab and office suppliers.
• Monitor inventory, replenish consumables, and manage storage of materials.
• Coordinate external service providers for waste disposal, cleaning, CO2, LN2, and recurring services.
• Support invoice tracking, payment requests, and routine administrative coordination.
• Assist with general business operations and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Task prioritization

Communication skills

Korean language proficiency

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree

Equivalent education

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Teams

SharePoint

Job description

Benefits:

• Lunch
• 401(k)
• Free food & snacks

About Kaigene

Founded in 2021, Kaigene develops innovative antibody-based medicines for autoimmune diseases. We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Lab Operations Coordinator to support purchasing, inventory, vendor coordination, equipment service scheduling, and related administrative activities in a collaborative, growing biotechnology company.

Position Summary

The Lab Operations Coordinator will manage laboratory purchasing, inventory, vendor services, equipment maintenance schedules, invoices, and operational records while working closely with scientists, equipment owners, and operations leadership to maintain an efficient, organized, safe, and compliant laboratory.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Purchasing

• Process approved purchase requests and place orders with laboratory and office suppliers.
• Track orders, deliveries, invoices, and related purchasing records.
• Maintain procurement logs and organize supporting documentation.

Laboratory Operations Support

• Monitor and replenish commonly used laboratory consumables, reagents, and disposable supplies.
• Support the organization, labeling, receiving, and appropriate storage of laboratory materials.

Facility & Vendor Coordination

• Place orders and communicate with external service providers for biological waste disposal, laboratory and office cleaning, CO₂, liquid nitrogen (LN₂), and other recurring services.
• Coordinate service schedules and records with the designated laboratory equipment owners, including for preventive maintenance and required certifications.

Office Administration

• Maintain office, printing, breakroom, and shared-use supplies.
• Support invoice tracking, payment requests, and routine administrative coordination.
• Assist with general business operations and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

- Required

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in Korean, required to support day-to-day coordination with the company's Korean-speaking leadership, vendors, and business partners based in Korea.

- Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position safely, including wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) and lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

- Preferred

• Associate degree, Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent education is preferred.
• Experience in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, healthcare, or laboratory environments.
• Experience managing laboratory consumables and inventory.
• Experience with purchasing, vendor management, or office operations.
• Familiarity with scientific supply vendors.

Compensation & Benefits

• $27-$30 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Earned Sick and Safe Leave in accordance with applicable Maryland law.
• Company-paid holidays, pro-rated based on schedule.
• 401(k) retirement plan, subject to plan eligibility requirements.
• Company-provided lunch on scheduled workdays.
• This part-time position is not eligible for Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, or paid vacation/PTO benefits, except as required by applicable law.

Why Join Kaigene?

• Support cutting-edge therapeutic development.
• Work directly with experienced biotechnology professionals.
• Collaborative and mission-driven work environment.
• Opportunity to grow into expanded operations or laboratory management responsibilities as the company continues to scale.