R&D Lab Coordinator

Brief Description

R&D Lab Coordinator at Microbiologics supports the health and safety of people globally through trusted biological products and services. The role involves coordinating laboratory operations, maintaining equipment and supplies, and supporting product testing and continuous improvement initiatives.

About the role

This position is ideal for an individual passionate about organization and coordination of laboratory operations, maintaining equipment and supplies, and supporting product testing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Maintain laboratory inventory by ordering, receiving, organizing, and tracking reagents, media, and laboratory supplies.
• Clean, monitor equipment performance, and ensure repairs and maintenance needs are addressed promptly.
• Support scientists and cross-functional teams by maintaining laboratory readiness and supply availability.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen laboratory organization, efficiency, and consistency.
• Aid in product testing and validation activities that support new product development.
• 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.
• 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.

Requirements

• Two year degree in Microbiology or a 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.

Qualifications

• Education: Two year degree in Microbiology or a related field, or equivalent work experience required.
• Experience: No previous experience required. On-the-job training provided.
• Organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Effective communication in a team environment.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and internet applications.

Skills

• Organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication in a team environment.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and internet applications.

Benefits

Includes medical and dental insurance, company-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), life insurance and disability coverage, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement and professional development, bonus potential, and a collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on growth.

Pay

$20.00 - $22.35 per hour based on education and experience.

Schedule

N/A