Laboratory Operations & Compliance Associate (Contract) RTP

Flagship Pioneering; Durham, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Terrana Biosciences, part of Flagship Pioneering, is hiring a contract Laboratory Operations Associate to oversee safe and efficient laboratory functions in Research Triangle Park, NC. You will support scientists by managing daily operations, purchasing, inventory, and documentation while ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will contribute to continuous improvement and operational efficiency, collaborating with cross-functional teams and plant care as needed, with after-hours support as

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to work onsite, full-time in Research Triangle Park, NC.
• Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and multitasking skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Partner with scientists and cross-functional teams to anticipate operational needs and minimize disruptions to research.
• Manage daily laboratory operations, including purchasing support, shipping and receiving, inventory, vendor and service contracts, equipment maintenance, documentation, and record keeping.
• Champion a strong culture of laboratory safety.
• Coordinate biological and chemical waste disposal in compliance with regulations.
• Support USDA permitting and other regulatory compliance activities.
• Respond to occasional after-hours laboratory emergencies and assist the Controlled Environment Agriculture team with plant care when needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Terrana Biosciences, part of Flagship Pioneering, is hiring a contract Laboratory Operations Associate to oversee safe and efficient laboratory functions in Research Triangle Park, NC. You will support scientists by managing daily operations, purchasing, inventory, and documentation while ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will contribute to continuous improvement and operational efficiency, collaborating with cross-functional teams and plant care as needed, with after-hours support as