Laboratory Inventory Associate

New York Genome Center, Inc.; City of Niagara Falls (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision for employees &/

Dependent(s) coverage

401(k) match

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible schedules

Telework options for some positions

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The New York Genome Center is seeking a Laboratory Inventory Associate to support inventory management, receive and stock consumables, and coordinate with the Senior Manager, Production Lab. The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and timely replenishment of lab supplies.

You will generate weekly inventory reports, manage vendor relationships, and ensure compliance with EHS regulations while supporting monthly inventory accounting and cost control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a scientific field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Mac OS experience preferred.
• Experience as Lab Support/Stockroom Attendant or lab technician is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unpack consumables, samples and reagents.
• Maintain organized stockroom and freezer rooms.
• Ensure laboratories are stocked and wash racks are refilled.
• Place orders for needed consumables and reagents; follow up on POs.

Skills

MS Office

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication

Independent and team-oriented

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a scientific field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

We are looking for a highly motivated, independent but team-oriented Laboratory Inventory Associate to join our existing and growing inventory management team. This position will support the Senior Manager, Production Lab with inventory management services, as well as other general support outlined, but not limited to, the duties listed below.

Key Responsibilities

• Accountable for receiving and unpacking consumables, samples and reagents;
• Accountable for maintaining an organized and clean stockroom and freezer rooms;
• Accountable for ensuring laboratories are stocked and wash racks are refilled;
• Establish and maintain good relations with all reagents vendors;
• Responsible for placing orders for needed consumables and reagents in a timely manner;
• Conduct Purchase Order follow-up while trouble‑shooting and expediting, and act as the first point of contact;
• Set up and monitor standing orders and shipments, make changes to schedules as needed;
• Accountable for ensuring appropriate tracking of material levels and utilization, organizing inventory and monitoring product expiration;
• Partner closely with the Lab Management team, to ensure proper stocking of laboratories;
• Perform and provide lab management with weekly inventory reporting;
• Partner with the Accounting team on monthly inventory reports;
• Analyze inventory reports for trends that would affect reorder points and adjust as necessary;
• Review inventory activity, and identify and address areas for improvement;
• Barcode plastic ware and enter new products into inventory system;
• Remove bio‑hazardous and chemical waste from the laboratories;
• Autoclave and glass washing;
• Ship and receive collaborator samples;
• Assist Lab with monthly & weekly equipment maintenance, including the fluorescence activated cell sorter;
• Manage the fluorescence activated cell sorter as a shared resource and conduct troubleshooting as required;
• Manage a real‑time chemical inventory system, including a database of safety data sheets;
• Preparation of common buffers and stock solutions, as well as agar plates;
• Adhere to all EHS regulations.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a scientific field;
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, preferably with Mac OS;
• Previous experience as Lab Support/Stockroom Attendant or laboratory technician in a molecular biology laboratory is a plus;
• Good organizational skills including the ability to work independently and efficiently are essential;
• Ability to multitask is a must, along with an orientation toward teamwork and cooperation;
• Ability to lift 50lbs at times;
• Excellent communication skills are required.

Competencies

• Job Mastery - Knowledgeable of the current role and technical skills, and the impact it has on the Center.
• Continuous Learning - Strives to expand the depth and breadth of technical and professional skills.
• Collaborative - Encourages participation from team members and works effectively with all levels.
• Credible - Works with a high level of integrity.
• Communicative - Actively listens to others and uses good judgment as to what to communicate to whom; provides feedback.
• Focused - Utilizes efficient and effective processes.
• Adaptable - Demonstrate flexibility with changing priorities.
• Innovative - Develops new insights and pursues improvements.
• Takes Ownership - Prioritizes tasks, manages time, and delivers on commitments.

Salary & Benefits

The pay range for this Director position is $55-65K per year; the base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

In addition, NYGC offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits as well as generous time off. This includes Medical/Dental/Vision for employees & dependent(s); Vacation, Holidays, Sick, and Other Leave, including a paid winter break; a 401(k) match; Life Insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts; employee Tuition Reimbursement; flexible schedules and telework options for some positions; an Employee Assistance Program; and much more.

About the New York Genome Center

The New York Genome Center is an independent, nonprofit, academic research organization dedicated to advancing genomic research. NYGC scientists and staff are furthering new approaches to diagnosing and treating neurological diseases and cancer through their unique capabilities in whole genome sequencing, RNA sequencing, state-of-the art analytics, and the development of genomic tools. NYGC concentrates specifically on disease-based research in the following areas: neuropsychiatric disease (autism, schizophrenia, bipolar); neurodegenerative disease (ALS, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Huntington's), and cancer.

Located in Lower Manhattan, NYGC was founded by and remains closely affiliated with twelve leading academic medical centers and research universities in the New York region and beyond, engaging in research projects with and for these institutions. Essential to our collaborative work is an outstanding faculty, whose members typically hold a joint appointment at NYGC and a partner university. They support our scientific mission by conducting independent research in areas of mutual interest to us and the wider scientific community.

Equal Opportunity

We are committed to fostering a workplace environment that is welcoming and fair to all, ensuring that every employee has the opportunity to thrive. We believe that bringing together individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives leads to greater collaboration, innovation, and discovery. Valuing and supporting each employee in reaching their full potential strengthens our organization and enhances our collective success. We recognize that creating an environment where all employees feel valued and included requires sustained effort and dedication from the entire organization.

The New York Genome Center is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, protected veteran or military status, domestic violence victim status, partnership status, caregiver status, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. NYGC takes affirmative action in support of its policy to hire and advance in employment individuals who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or relocation assistance.