Lab Support Associate

Astrix; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrix is seeking a Laboratory Support Associate in Waltham, MA to support daily lab operations, manage inventory, and handle procurement tasks. The role involves handling glassware, autoclaves, cryogenic materials, and compressed gases while ensuring safety and compliance.

The position requires at least a high school diploma and 2+ years in lab support or related fields, with strong organization and communication abilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of laboratory support, inventory, or operations experience.
• Experience with inventory management and procurement systems.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, stocking, and moving cylinders.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, or research laboratory environments.
• Familiarity with autoclaves, glass wash systems, and cryogenic materials.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety regulations and GMP practices.
• Experience tracking and reporting operational metrics.

Responsibilities

• Perform glassware collection, washing, drying, and redistribution.
• Operate and maintain autoclaves and document sterilization cycles.
• Maintain clean, organized lab support, storage, and staging areas.
• Stock and organize laboratory consumables.
• Fulfill media requests and support reagent pickup, receiving, and delivery.
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, and handling of laboratory materials.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of lab supplies, consumables, PPE, solvents, and other materials.
• Conduct cycle counts and inventory audits; maintain accurate records.
• Create and manage purchase orders and track deliveries.
• Follow up with vendors and internal stakeholders on delayed or outstanding orders.
• Track inventory usage, order fulfillment, stockouts, and vendor performance.
• Maintain operational reports and dashboards.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, and cost management.
• Follow laboratory safety procedures for chemicals, cryogenics, compressed gases, and other materials.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Inventory management systems

Procurement systems

Job description

Pay Rate Low: 28 | Pay Rate High: 28

Laboratory Support Associate

Pay Rate: $28.00/hour

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM (8-hour shift)

Position Summary

The Laboratory Support Associate supports daily laboratory operations through inventory management, material handling, procurement, and general lab services. The role ensures supplies are available, organized, and handled safely while supporting glassware washing, autoclaving, cryogenic materials, and compressed gas management.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform glassware collection, washing, drying, and redistribution.
• Operate and maintain autoclaves and document sterilization cycles.
• Maintain clean, organized lab support, storage, and staging areas.
• Stock and organize laboratory consumables.
• Fulfill media requests and support reagent pickup, receiving, and delivery.
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, and handling of laboratory materials.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of lab supplies, consumables, PPE, solvents, and other materials.
• Conduct cycle counts and inventory audits; maintain accurate records.
• Create and manage purchase orders and track deliveries.
• Follow up with vendors and internal stakeholders on delayed or outstanding orders.
• Track inventory usage, order fulfillment, stockouts, and vendor performance.
• Maintain operational reports and dashboards.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, and cost management.
• Follow laboratory safety procedures for chemicals, cryogenics, compressed gases, and other materials.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate degree preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in laboratory support, inventory, or operations.
• Experience with inventory management and procurement systems.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, stocking, and moving cylinders.
• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, or research laboratory environments.
• Familiarity with autoclaves, glass wash systems, and cryogenic materials.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety regulations and GMP practices.
• Experience tracking and reporting operational metrics.