Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and 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.
How you will thrive and create an impact
Avantor’s Advanced Laboratory Services team is a crucial part of the Avantor Services group serving over 500 customers in biopharma, pharmaceutical, educational, industrial, and high-tech industries with customizable, flexible solutions and end-to-end laboratory operations support.
The Lab Resource Coordinator is a key member of the laboratory operations team, providing essential support to scientific research groups. This role serves as a critical liaison between AstraZeneca lab managers, scientists, and laboratory operations, ensuring smooth and efficient lab operations while maintaining a safe and productive work environment.
Act as primary liaison for research teams, supporting daily experimental and operational needs.
Ensure compliance with laboratory SOPs, Work Instructions, 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 and organization.
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.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Why Avantor?
Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!
Pay Transparency
- The expected pre-tax pay for this position is
- $45,000.00 - $72,450.00
- Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.
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