Laboratory Operations & Instrumentation Lead – Biologics

Parexel; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Sick time

401K

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Parexel is seeking a Scientist 3 - Laboratory and Instrumentation Coordinator for a full-time assignment onsite at a client location in Rahway, NJ. The role focuses on daily lab operations, safety, and efficient use of resources, with opportunities to improve processes and instrument maintenance.

The ideal candidate has a B.S. in life sciences or engineering and 3–5 years of related experience, plus strong communication skills and proficiency with common lab techniques and instruments.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology or similar life sciences or engineering discipline and years of relevant experience as listed below
• Scientist 3 - B.S. with 3-5 years of experience
• Senior Scientist I - B.S. with 5+ years of experience

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for laboratory functions, providing guidance and support to laboratory staff.
• Collaborate with various teams to ensure smooth operations during lab stand-downs and organizational initiatives
• Manage temperature storage facilities, including both emergency protocols and scheduled clean-outs.
• Prepare mobile phase and stock solutions for platform assays, ensuring they remain stocked and within expiry date.
• Receive samples through our laboratory management system, ensuring samples are ready for testing.
• Submit work orders for lab equipment and computer calibrations; facilitate scheduling with technicians and supervise their activities.
• Schedule and follow up on preventive maintenance for laboratory equipment
• Serve as the point of contact for lab utility needs.
• Manage inventory and procurement processes of lab supply.
• Order and coordinate the organization of common laboratory items; review backordered items and maintain updated inventories of essential supplies.
• Assist with scheduling, escorting, and on-site supervision of equipment technicians.

Skills

Lab management

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

Laboratory safety protocols

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

B.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology or similar life sciences or engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

HPLC/UPLC

SEC

IEX/CEX

RP/HIC

CE-SDS

cIEF

ELISA

qPCR

Molecular biology techniques

Liquid handling systems

Job description

Parexel is seeking a Scientist 3 - Laboratory and Instrumentation Coordinator for a full-time assignment onsite at a client location in Rahway, NJ. The role focuses on daily lab operations, safety, and efficient use of resources, with opportunities to improve processes and instrument maintenance.

The ideal candidate has a B.S. in life sciences or engineering and 3–5 years of related experience, plus strong communication skills and proficiency with common lab techniques and instruments.