What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Operations Associate II position at KBI Biopharma?
Job Summary :
Responsible for day-to-day lab operation tasks in an analytical lab setting, including the ordering, shipping, and receiving of materials and tracking of associated documentation, routine maintenance of common ancillary lab equipment, and overseeing the ordering and stocking of lab supplies. Implement improvements to new and existing processes. Other duties and support functions as needed.
Responsibilities may also encompass lab equipment management. This may involve bringing in new equipment, site preparation, installation, qualifications, calibration and periodic maintenance, implementation of service contracts and renewal of service contracts, database management, vendor coordination, and associated documentation.
This is a full-time, 40-hour per week, on-site position, Monday through Friday.
Required Competencies :
- Knowledge : Utilize basic mathematical concepts for the purposes of tracking inventories and making simple calculations in spreadsheet applications.
- Self-Motivation : Ability to work with minimal supervision and a desire to take on additional responsibilities as they arise.
- Active Learner : Ability to learn new processes and procedures and adjust to fluctuations in workload. Seeks out opportunities to learn new information and improve processes. Ability to troubleshoot and maintain scientific instrumentation in a laboratory setting.
- Adaptability : Maintain a positive attitude during times of rapidly changing priorities, circumstances, or new tasks.
- Collaboration : Ability to communicate and work across multiple teams to meet client needs in a dynamic environment.
- Communication : Possesses good written and verbal communication skills. Communicate effectively with scientific staff, vendors, and managers.
- Detail-Oriented : Great attention to detail to ensure accuracy, while maintaining high quality of work.
- Organization : Ability to organize lab space, documentation, and materials to ensure smooth workflow.
- Safety : Ability to read, understand, and follow lab safety guidelines.
Preferred Competencies :
Compensation Range : $28.30 - $38.90 per hour
Salary : $28 - $39
