Associate Operations Laboratory Coordinator
Madison, WI 
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Posted 15 days ago
Job Description

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Position Overview

The Associate Operations Laboratory Coordinator will provide world class service and support for laboratory functions across manufacturing sciences and quality control teams. In this highly collaborative role, the Associate Operations Laboratory Coordinator will assist in the management of laboratory spaces, equipment, and materials required for daily activities across GMP and non-GMP laboratory spaces for product support, pipeline, design transfer, and quality control.

Essential Duties

Include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Assist in coordinating laboratory operations for the manufacturing sciences, product support, technical transfer, and quality control teams.
  • Support aspects of design transfer, such as, equipment sourcing, implementation, training, and pilot and/or test method reagent manufacturing.
  • Maintain inventory of supplies and consumables, such as, raw materials, intermediates, disposables, and spare parts.
  • Procure equipment and support metrology and validation teams during installation, calibration, and qualification activities
  • Author standard operating procedures (SOPs), protocols, lab procedures, and other quality documentation required for new or pre-existing equipment.
  • Perform equipment maintenance, troubleshoot equipment issues, and coordinate vendor service.
  • Coordinate with other departments for equipment installation or relocation.
  • Support preparation of samples, formulate non-commercial reagents, and assist with the production of assay controls.
  • Monitor labs for compliance with safety requirements and attend safety committee meetings, as required.
  • Perform daily work assignments accurately and in a safe and timely manner.
  • Ability to design basic experimental plans and interpret technical data.
  • Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with multi-level personnel as well as outside vendors and their representatives.
  • Ability to work effectively in team situations as well as independently.
  • Ability to collaborate across functions and within a workgroup to meet business objectives.
  • Apply excellent oral and written, communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
  • Apply strong attention-to-detail.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and adhere to project schedules and timelines in a fast-paced, frequently changing, and evolving environment.
  • Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
  • Support and comply with the company's Quality Management System policies and procedures.
  • Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
  • Ability to act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization.
  • Ability to work designated schedule.
  • Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 90% of a typical working day.
  • Ability to work seated for approximately 70% of a typical working day. Ability to work standing for approximately 30% of a typical working day.
  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds for approximately 10% of a typical working day.
  • Ability to grasp with both hands; pinch with thumb and forefinger; turn with hand/arm; reach above shoulder height.
  • Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
  • Ability to use various types of laboratories equipment, including centrifuges, pH meters, spectrophotometers, thermal cycles, pipettes, and balances for extended periods of time.
  • May be exposed to, blood, tissue, stool, or other human specimen samples.
  • Ability and means to travel between local Exact Sciences locations.
  • Ability to travel 10% of working time away from work location, may include overnight/weekend travel.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences or field as outlined in the essential duties.
  • 2+ years of experience with medical device products in a cGMP manufacturing and/or technical role.
  • Demonstrated familiarity with database, spreadsheets, and basic statistical analysis techniques.
  • Demonstrated success working within a CFR 820, ISO 13485, and/or cGMP structured environment.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in a variety of common laboratory skills and techniques with a base knowledge in chemistry, biochemistry, or molecular biology.
  • Demonstrated understanding of IVD product manufacturing processes, biochemical, molecular, and real-time-PCR assays.
  • Demonstrated success with the operation of centrifuges, pH meters, spectrophotometers, thermal cyclers, pipettes, and balances.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform a variety of simple laboratory tasks.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
  • Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in molecular biology, biochemical, and IVD product manufacturing techniques.
  • Knowledge in continuous improvement methodologies and principles, such as, LEAN Six Sigma.
  • Familiarity with project management principles and practice.
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Salary Range:

$58,000.00 - $92,000.00

The annual base salary shown is for this position located in US - WI - Madison on a full-time basis. In addition, this position is bonus eligible, and is eligible to receive company stock upon hire as well as annually.

Exact Sciences is proud to offer an employee experience that includes paid time off (including days for vacation, holidays, volunteering, and personal time), paid leave for parents and caregivers, a retirement savings plan, wellness support, and health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage. Learn more about our .

Our success relies on the experiences and perspectives of a diverse team, and Exact Sciences fosters a culture where all employees can develop personally and professionally with a sense of respect and belonging. If you require an accommodation, please contact us .

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We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other status protected by applicable local, state or federal law. Applicable portions of the Company’s affirmative action program are available to any applicant or employee for inspection upon request.

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
2+ years
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