Lab Operations Specialist

Scorpion Therapeutics; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Abiologics in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Lab Operations Specialist, Chemistry to support Synteins discovery by optimizing lab workflows and infrastructure.

You will manage inventories, coordinate logistics, and oversee equipment maintenance of HPLC-MS, mass spectrometers, and peptide synthesizers. The role requires a BS/MS in a relevant field, 4+ years in biotech or research, and strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in chemistry, chemical engineering, or biochemistry.
• 4+ years in biotech or research settings.
• Experience with lab instrumentation, inventory management, and digital recordkeeping.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage lab inventories and coordinate supply logistics.
• Oversee equipment maintenance and calibration (HPLC-MS, mass spectrometers, peptide synthesizers).
• Ensure safety compliance and implement process improvements.

Skills

Lab inventory management

Documentation & data recording

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Education

BSc/MSC in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Biochemistry

Tools

HPLC-MS

Mass spectrometers

Peptide synthesizers

Job description

Role:

Lab Operations Specialist, Chemistry at Abiologics, supporting Synteins discovery by optimizing laboratory workflows and infrastructure.

Responsibilities:

manage lab inventories, coordinate logistics, oversee equipment maintenance (e.g., HPLC-MS, mass spectrometers, peptide synthesizers), ensure safety compliance, and implement process improvements.

Qualifications:

BS/MS in chemistry, chemical engineering, or biochemistry; 4+ years in biotech or research settings; experience with lab instrumentation, inventory management, and digital recordkeeping; strong organizational and communication skills.

High-Value:

early-stage biotech, synthetic biology, therapeutic modality innovation, laboratory automation, cross-disciplinary collaboration, fast-paced research environment.

Work setup:

not specified.