Lab Operations Specialist New Aurora, CO

RefinedScience; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

HSA Spending Accounts

10 Paid Holidays and Sick Time

Job summary

RefinedScience seeks a detail-oriented Laboratory Operations Specialist to support daily lab operations and contribute to scientific projects. The role splits roughly 60/40 between operating the lab infrastructure and hands-on genomic/proteomic research in a bustling startup setting.

The ideal candidate holds a BS or MS in biology-related fields with 2–5 years of lab experience and strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or a related life sciences field.
• 2–5 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Hands-on experience with standard molecular/cell biology techniques (PCR, pipetting, cell culture).
• Familiarity with lab safety and biosafety practices (BSL-1/BSL-2).
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement, maintenance, decontamination, calibration, and repair of lab equipment.
• Oversee inventory and supply chain logistics for lab consumables and reagents.
• Maintain physical sample storage and manage the biorepository database.
• Ensure lab activities comply with OSHA and biosafety guidelines.
• Oversee lab safety protocols, waste disposal, and general hygiene standards.
• Serve as point of contact for safety audits and inspections.
• Conduct hands-on in vitro research supporting pipeline programs, focusing on -omics studies.
• Support scientists in executing complex multi-day experiments with liquid handlers and lab automation.
• Document and archive experimental protocols, data, analyses, and conclusions in SOPs.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Organizational skills

Multiple priorities management

Detail-oriented

Education

BS or MS in Biology/Biochemistry/Molecular Biology/Biotechnology

Tools

LIMS

Lab automation systems

Biorepository databases

Job description

At RefinedScience, our mission is to advance care by bringing together the best science, data and minds – disease by disease, patient by patient, cell by cell to discover pathways to life beyond disease.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Laboratory Operations Specialist to support both the day-to-day operational infrastructure of our lab and our scientific research pipeline. This role is roughly split between lab operations/compliance (~60%) and hands‑on scientific project contribution (~40%), making it ideal for someone who enjoys variety and wants exposure to cutting‑edge -omics research in a startup environment. The ideal candidate is a BS or MS graduate in a life sciences field with 2 to 5 years of relevant laboratory experience.

KEY ACTIVITIES

• Manage procurement, maintenance, decontamination, calibration, and repair of all laboratory equipment
• Oversee inventory and supply chain logistics for lab consumables and reagents
• Maintain physical sample storage and manage the biorepository database
• Ensure all laboratory activities comply with institutional, local, state, and federal safety regulations, including OSHA and biosafety guidelines
• Oversee lab safety protocols, hazardous waste disposal procedures, and general laboratory hygiene standards
• Serve as a point of contact for safety audits and inspections
• Conduct hands‑on in vitro research supporting ongoing pipeline programs, with a strong focus on -omics studies (e.g., genomics, proteomics, transcriptomics)
• Support scientists in executing complex, multi‑day experiments, including setup and operation of liquid/fluid handlers and other lab automation equipment
• Document and archive experimental protocols, data, analyses, and conclusions in accordance with established SOPs and data integrity standards

MUST HAVES

• BS or MS in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or a related life sciences field
• 2–5 years of relevant laboratory experience (academic, industry, or internship experience considered)
• Hands‑on experience with standard molecular/cell biology techniques (e.g., PCR, pipetting, cell culture)
• Familiarity with lab safety and biosafety practices (e.g., BSL-1/BSL-2)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced startup environment

NICE TO HAVES

• Experience with -omics workflows (genomics, proteomics, transcriptomics, metabolomics)
• Experience operating liquid handlers or lab automation systems
• Experience with laboratory inventory management systems (LIMS) or biorepository databases
• Experience carrying out tasks in a GLP setting
• Prior experience in a startup or small‑team lab setting

WHY YOU’LL LOVE REFINED SCIENCE

Team + Values

At RefinedScience, we seamlessly integrate top‑tier clinical and biological data with expert knowledge to provide unparalleled insights. We maximize patient impact with these unique insights by optimizing clinical trial probability of success and time to actionable results. We work across biopharma and we are a trusted partner in achieving better results, faster – working together to unlock strategic advantage.

Our Values

• Act with Purpose – We believe in rigor through deliberate and thoughtful actions
• Be Curious – Curiosity is the spark that ignites innovation and growth
• Take Ownership – True ownership leads to pride and commitment in the work we do
• Invest in Relationships – Building strong connections is the foundation for effective collaboration and trust for long term success
• Embrace Agility – We celebrate agile thinking, resilience, and adaptability

WHAT WE OFFER

• The target salary range is $65,000 to $76,000 annually.
• Base pay offered may vary within the posted range based on several factors, including but not limited to education, job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Life, AD&D, Short‑term and Long‑term Disability Insurance (none is 100% covered)
• HSA Spending Accounts
• 10 Paid Holidays and Sick Time (120 hours per year)