R&D Lab Operations & Equipment Coordinator

Microbiologics; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 41,600 - 46,488; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Professional Development

Bonus Potential

Collaborative Culture

Hourly wage $20.00-$22.35

Job summary

Microbiologics, a global biotechnology company, seeks an R&D Lab Coordinator to support daily laboratory operations in Saint Cloud, Minnesota. You will manage inventory, coordinate equipment, and assist with product testing and continuous improvement initiatives.

No prior experience is required; a two-year degree in microbiology or a related field is preferred, with on-the-job training provided. The role emphasizes organization, teamwork, and safety in a dynamic R&D environment.

Qualifications

• Two year degree in Microbiology or related field, or equivalent work experience required.
• No previous experience required; on-the-job training provided.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a team environment.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and internet applications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain laboratory inventory by ordering, receiving, organizing, and tracking reagents, media, and laboratory supplies.
• Coordinate supply requisitions while receiving and inspecting purchased and prepared materials to ensure quality, compliance, identification, and traceability.
• Perform general laboratory responsibilities including cleaning, environmental monitoring, autoclaving, reagent preparation, and maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Coordinate preventative maintenance and routine verification of laboratory equipment, including pipettes.
• Monitor equipment performance and ensure repairs and maintenance needs are addressed promptly.
• Support laboratory readiness by maintaining equipment schedules and operational workflows.
• Assist with project related production and laboratory testing activities as workload allows, including microbial growth, dilution, plating, bacterial enumeration, product performance testing, and prototype packaging and labeling.
• Identify opportunities to improve laboratory processes related to inventory management, laboratory scheduling, preventative maintenance, and operational workflows.
• Support validation testing and special projects across departments as assigned.
• Perform laboratory activities in accordance with laboratory protocols, standard operating procedures, and company policies.
• Accurately document results and initiate documentation updates when appropriate.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment while following all safety requirements.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Effective communicator

Microsoft Office basics

Education

Two year degree in Microbiology or related field

Tools

Laboratory equipment knowledge

Job description

Microbiologics, a global biotechnology company, seeks an R&D Lab Coordinator to support daily laboratory operations in Saint Cloud, Minnesota. You will manage inventory, coordinate equipment, and assist with product testing and continuous improvement initiatives.

No prior experience is required; a two-year degree in microbiology or a related field is preferred, with on-the-job training provided. The role emphasizes organization, teamwork, and safety in a dynamic R&D environment.