Lab Operations Lead - Research Facilities & Shipping

University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

The University of Chicago's Animal Resources Center (ARC) is seeking a Sr. Research Facilities Operations Coordinator for Hyde Park Labs to support animal and core facilities.

This hands-on role manages glass wash, autoclave operations, and coordinates supplies and samples between HPL and campus. You will plan and coordinate receiving/shipping, improve processes, and work closely with core staff and animal care teams to keep research moving.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include vocational training or the equivalent experience (not typically required to have a four-year degree).
• 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.
• AALAS certification at any level strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs receipt, storage, and transport of laboratory supplies and equipment to meet investigator needs.
• Runs and manages the glass wash program for HPL lab users and maintains records.
• Inspects shipments and coordinates timely transport to HPL.
• Maintains logs, documents and supports reordering of supplies.
• Coordinates maintenance and operations of ARC transport vehicles and related facilities.

Skills

Independence

Technical Skills

Organization

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

Vocational training or equivalent experience

No four-year degree required

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The University of Chicago's Animal Resources Center (ARC) is seeking a Sr. Research Facilities Operations Coordinator for Hyde Park Labs to support animal and core facilities.

This hands-on role manages glass wash, autoclave operations, and coordinates supplies and samples between HPL and campus. You will plan and coordinate receiving/shipping, improve processes, and work closely with core staff and animal care teams to keep research moving.