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Avantor · 8 hours ago

Laboratory Resource Coordinator

Waltham, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$45K/yr - $72K/yr

1+ years exp

Avantor is a global company dedicated to advancing life-changing science. The Laboratory Resource Coordinator will support scientific research teams by ensuring efficient lab operations, maintaining compliance with safety regulations, and managing inventory and equipment. This role serves as a critical liaison between scientists and laboratory operations, contributing to a productive work environment.

BiotechnologyElectronicsIndustrialLife ScienceManufacturingPharmaceutical

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Act as primary liaison for research teams, supporting daily experimental and operational needs

Ensure compliance with laboratory SOPs, GLP standards, and safety regulations

Manage reagent, consumable, and equipment inventory; coordinate procurement and stock optimization

Oversee cold-chain storage systems (refrigerators, -80°C freezers, cryogenic units) for sample integrity

Coordinate preventive maintenance, calibration, and service requests for analytical instruments

Maintain shared laboratory infrastructure and submit facility work orders

Participate in EHS audits and safety walkthroughs; assist with onboarding and safety training

Train personnel on core lab workflows, instrumentation, and PPE programs

Facilitate cross-functional communication between scientific teams and operations

Support space utilization initiatives and laboratory organization

Perform routine lab tasks, including equipment checks, buffer/solvent monitoring, and waste management

Qualification

Laboratory experienceLab safety protocolsMicrosoft TeamsCommunication skillsIndependent workPhysical ability to liftPrioritization skillsCustomer-focused approach

Required

High School diploma or GED required

1–2 years of laboratory experience strongly preferred (undergraduate lab coursework accepted)

Familiarity with laboratory instruments and basic testing procedures

Proficient in Microsoft Teams

Strong collaboration and communication skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to prioritize tasks

Maintain a proactive, customer-focused approach

Knowledge of lab safety protocols and compliance standards

Effective verbal and written communication with internal teams and external stakeholders

Physical ability to lift up to 25 lbs

Commitment to following site protocols to ensure safety, quality, and operational efficiency

Preferred

Associate or Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline preferred

1–2 years of laboratory experience strongly preferred

Benefits

Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellness programs

Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO), Company-paid holidays, Choice holidays, etc.

Financial Well Being: Spending Accounts: Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), commuter benefits, 401(k), tuition assistance, employee stock purchase plan discount

Added Protection Coverage: To include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, legal, identity theft protection, pet, auto, and home insurance

Recognition: Celebrate your peers and earn points to redeem for gifts and products

Company

Avantor

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Avantor is a provider of mission-critical products and services to customers in the life sciences and applied materials industries. It is a sub-organization of Avantor Performance Materials.

Founded in 1904

Radnor, Pennsylvania, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.avantorsciences.com

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