Laboratory Operations Coordinator

Columbia University Irving Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 83,500; Full time

Job summary

Columbia University Irving Medical Center is seeking a Laboratory Operations Coordinator to be the primary point of contact for research support and facilities coordination. This role involves managing day-to-day operations, coordinating procurement, and supporting laboratory readiness.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least three years of related experience, with strong communication and problem-solving skills. The position is essential for ensuring laboratory operations align with institutional standards.

Qualifications

• 3 years of related experience supporting laboratory operations.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for research support and facilities coordination.
• Manage purchasing and vendor data for analysis.
• Track infrastructure issues and support lab move coordination.
• Maintain electronic resource catalogs and manage daily research support programs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience

Job description

Grade 104

• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Bargaining Unit:
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• End Date if Temporary:
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Standard Work Schedule:
• Building:
• Salary Range: $70,000-$83,500

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

The Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center (HICCC) at Columbia University seeks a Laboratory Operations Coordinator to serve as a primary point of contact for research support, facilities coordination, and general troubleshooting. This role acts as a centralized resource to ensure laboratory operations are responsive and aligned with institutional standards.

Procurement & Inventory

• Collect and organize purchasing and vendor data to analyze trends.
• Coordinate with the Columbia Procurement Office on specialty equipment requests and contract reviews.

Facilities & Space Management

• Track and escalate infrastructure or maintenance issues to Columbia Facilities.
• Support lab move coordination and maintain research space databases.

Operational Support

• Manage day-to-day research support programs, including emergency backup freezer monitoring.
• Maintain electronic resource catalogs.

Lifecycle Management

• Facilitate faculty onboarding and offboarding related to lab readiness, equipment, and space.

Troubleshooting & Compliance

• Serve as a resource to resolve operational issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational policies.

Other Duties As Assigned

• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned/requested.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience plus three years of related experience.

Other Requirements

• Experience supporting laboratory operations and research environments.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and judgment, with the ability to act as a liaison between faculty, administration, and central services.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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