Lab Operations & Facilities Sr. Associate — Contract-to-Hire

Kelly Services; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits during contract term

Job summary

Kelly Science & Clinical in Philadelphia is seeking a Sr. Associate (Lab Operations & Facilities) for a contract-to-hire role at a Cell & Gene therapy client. Typical schedule is M-F, 1st shift, with a 12-month contract term before potential conversion.

You will partner with the Facility Manager and Lab Manager to support day-to-day lab operations, inventory, safety checks, shipping, and general office tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience, including at least 1 year in an operations-specific role.
• Working knowledge of lab inventory management and procurement processes.
• Basic troubleshooting skills for common lab equipment.
• Familiarity with EH&S and safety compliance practices.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Collaborative, cross-functional mindset.

Responsibilities

• Respond to and resolve eWO requests with Facility Manager.
• Maintain lab/facility inventory; track supplies and place orders.
• Coordinate procurement of lab consumables, equipment, and office supplies.
• Troubleshoot lab equipment in partnership with Lab Manager; coordinate vendor service calls.
• Perform safety equipment checks and maintain EH&S documentation.
• Assist with shipping/receiving, labeling, and courier coordination.
• Manage lab waste streams per regulations and proper disposal.
• Support lab and facility projects, moves, and space reconfigurations.
• Provide office management support as bandwidth allows.
• Identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Startup environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Bachelor’s degree in scientific field preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Lab inventory software

Procurement software

Job description

Kelly Science & Clinical in Philadelphia is seeking a Sr. Associate (Lab Operations & Facilities) for a contract-to-hire role at a Cell & Gene therapy client. Typical schedule is M-F, 1st shift, with a 12-month contract term before potential conversion.

You will partner with the Facility Manager and Lab Manager to support day-to-day lab operations, inventory, safety checks, shipping, and general office tasks as needed.