Temporary Lab Operations Lead - Safe, Smooth Instructional Labs

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Washington's Bioengineering department seeks a Temporary Laboratory Coordinator Lead for one year to manage day‑to‑day lab operations, safety oversight, procurement, and logistics within instructional spaces. You will oversee SOP development, maintenance schedules, and hands‑on support for instructors and students working with diverse lab instruments.

The role emphasizes inventory control, cost‑effective procurement, and collaboration with EH&S and facilities to ensure safe,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant scientific field.
• Two years of research tech experience or an advanced degree in lieu.
• Experience with SOPs, safety oversight, and lab operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and update SOPs for lab activities.
• Schedule and document instrument maintenance and calibration.
• Provide technical support to instructors and students for lab equipment.
• Maintain inventory records and coordinate reorders.
• Assist with lab safety training and disposal procedures.
• Coordinate lab relocations and building logistics.
• Support access control and vendor coordination.

Skills

Lab coordination

SOP development

Safety compliance

Equipment maintenance

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a clinical/laboratory/public health field

2+ years Research Technologist experience

Advanced degree in a scientific field

Tools

Electronic test equipment

Biosafety cabinets

Fume hoods

Calibration tools

Job description

University of Washington's Bioengineering department seeks a Temporary Laboratory Coordinator Lead for one year to manage day‑to‑day lab operations, safety oversight, procurement, and logistics within instructional spaces. You will oversee SOP development, maintenance schedules, and hands‑on support for instructors and students working with diverse lab instruments.

The role emphasizes inventory control, cost‑effective procurement, and collaboration with EH&S and facilities to ensure safe,