Lab Coordinator

About the role

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Lab Coordinator to support daily operations of our robotics test lab.

Responsibilities

• Cook up and deliver fish orders as per scheduled testing
• Manage frozen fish inventory, ensure consistent labeling, and maintain quantities required for scheduled and unplanned uses
• Own scheduling, prioritization, and cross-team coordination of Test Operation activities utilizing shared assets
• Coordinate and prepare Test Operations for investor, customer, and executive demonstrations
• Maintain overall cleanliness/sanitation, organization, and operational readiness of the test lab
• Manage equipment calibration schedules and maintain accurate calibration records
• Coordinate building facilities needs, including maintenance requests and vendor access
• Develop, document, and maintain Test Operations standard operating procedures (SOP)
• Direct and coordinate interns to support lab operations, inventory management, and upkeep
• Personally assist with fish intake, handling, inventory management, and cleanup as needed

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in lab operations, facilities coordination, operations management, or similar environment
• Strong organizational and scheduling skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Ability to create and maintain basic inventory management systems
• Ability to create and maintain clear documentation and SOPs
• Experience with task management and scheduling tools (Asana preferred)
• Ability to lift up to 40–50 lbs and work on your feet for extended periods
• Willingness to work in wet, cold, and physically demanding environments
• Comfortable handling live and dead fish, including processing and post-test clean-up
• Proactive mindset and communication style to ensure prioritization, schedule, and status are mutually understood