Laboratory Resource Coordinator

Avantor; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Avantor Kendall Square in Cambridge seeks a Lab Resource Coordinator to support scientific research groups and ensure efficient lab operations. You will liaise between AstraZeneca and internal teams, ensuring safety, GLP compliance, and timely procurement of reagents and equipment.

The role requires strong collaboration, the ability to work independently, and familiarity with laboratory instruments; a background in science and 1–2 years of lab experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Associate or Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline preferred.
• 1-2 years of laboratory experience strongly preferred (undergraduate lab coursework accepted).
• Customer Service experience preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with laboratory instruments and basic testing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary liaison for research teams, supporting daily experimental and operational needs.
• Ensure personal and team compliance with laboratory SOPs, Work Instructions, GLP standards, and safety regulations.
• Manage group specific reagent, consumable, and equipment inventory; coordinate procurement and stock optimization of all kinds of product on-site.
• Oversee cold-chain storage systems (refrigerators, -80C freezers, cryogenic units) for sample integrity and organization.
• Coordinate with onsite equipment Contractors and offsite vendors for preventive maintenance, calibration, and service requests for analytical instruments.
• Maintain shared laboratory infrastructure and submit facility work orders.

Skills

Microsoft Teams

Independent work

Prioritization

Lab safety

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma

Science degree preferred

Tools

Laboratory instruments

GLP standards

Calibration

Job description

flexible benefit account, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, 401(k)

United States, Massachusetts, Cambridge

Oct 30, 2026

The Opportunity

In this role, you will report to the Site Manager and Lab Resource Coordinator (LRC) Supervisor, working closely with VWR's Advanced Laboratory Services professionals to serve our customers by performing customized, mission-based lab work and research protocols that help return time back to science.

Location

Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA 02142

Shift

Mon - Fri, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm

Shift length: 8.5 Hrs, 30 Min Lunch, 2 - 15 Min Paid Breaks

Shift Start Time: Flexible, Dependent on the AstraZeneca Group's needs, see below

• Earliest Arrival of 6:00 am, Latest Departure of 5:00 pm

Hourly Rate

$28 - $31

Benefits

• Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellness programs
• Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO), Company-paid holidays, Choice holidays, etc.
• Financial Well Being: Spending Accounts: Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), commuter benefits, 401(k), tuition assistance, employee stock purchase plan discount
• Added Protection Coverage: To include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, legal, identity theft protection, pet, auto, and home insurance
• Impact Recognition: Celebrate your peers and earn points to redeem for gifts and products

What we're looking for

Education

• High School diploma or GED required; Associate or Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline preferred.

Experience

• 1-2 years of laboratory experience strongly preferred (undergraduate lab coursework accepted).
• Customer Service experience preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with laboratory instruments and basic testing procedures.

Skills & Requirements

• Proficient in Microsoft Teams; strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and maintain a proactive, customer-focused approach.
• Knowledge of lab safety protocols and compliance standards.
• Effective verbal and written communication with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Physical ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Commitment to following site protocols to ensure safety, quality, and operational efficiency.

How you will thrive and create an impact

VWR's Advanced Laboratory Services team is a crucial part of the VWR Services group serving over 500 customers in biopharma, pharmaceutical, educational, industrial, and high-tech industries with customizable, flexible solutions and end-to-end laboratory operations support.

The Lab Resource Coordinator is a key member of the laboratory operations team, providing essential support to scientific research groups. This role serves as a critical liaison between AstraZeneca lab managers, scientists, and laboratory operations, ensuring smooth and efficient lab operations while maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

• Act as primary liaison for research teams, supporting daily experimental and operational needs.
• Ensure personal and team compliance with laboratory SOPs, Work Instructions, GLP standards, and safety regulations.
• Manage group specific reagent, consumable, and equipment inventory; coordinate procurement and stock optimization of all kinds of product on-site.
• Oversee cold-chain storage systems (refrigerators, -80C freezers, cryogenic units) for sample integrity and organization.
• Coordinate with onsite equipment Contractors and offsite vendors for preventive maintenance, calibration, and service requests for analytical instruments.
• Maintain shared laboratory infrastructure and submit facility work orders.
• Participate in EHS audits and safety walkthroughs; assist AZ group with onboarding, offboarding and safety training.
• Train personnel on core lab workflows, instrumentation, and PPE programs.
• Facilitate cross-functional communication between scientific teams and various operational teams onsite.
• Support and recommend space utilization initiatives and laboratory organization.
• Perform routine lab tasks, including equipment checks, buffer/solvent monitoring, coordination of waste management.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world.

Pay Transparency

The expected pre-tax pay for this position is

$45,000.00 - $72,450.00

Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.

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