The Cambridge, MA site is seeking a Lab Operations, Specialist II to oversee the day-to-day technical and administrative operations of the RD laboratories, as well as the safe and proper use, care, calibration, and maintenance of laboratory equipment and other scientific resources. Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Lab operations, the successful candidate will be responsible for the laboratory’s routine operations including but not limited to inventory management, stocking of common supplies, tracking expenditures against operations budgets, shipping and receiving, and assisting with administration and training of laboratory personnel. 

This is an outstanding opportunity to contribute to bringing a new class of cell-based medicines to patients. Collaboration with a highly motivated, world-class team of scientists and engineers promises an exciting and engaging work environment for a motivated, self-starting candidate. 

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for ensuring the safe and proper use of laboratory’s equipment, ensuring appropriate maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment. 
• Responsible for the acquisition of all CAPEX equipment at the site, including facility-planning, procuring, and coordinating with key stakeholders for installation and training, where applicable. 
• Maintains an efficient system of inventory control to ensure there are proper levels of supplies of reagents and consumables in the laboratory available for use, allowing for no waste of inventory, reagents, or products due to shelf storage expiration. 
• Maintains the database of all laboratory inventory, materials, and supplies, including chemical and biological inventory. 
• Manages the daily shipping requests ensuring timely delivery of critical samples and equipment.  
• Regularly engages and troubleshoots with cold chain logistics providers to safely transport temperature critical material across international borders.  
• Ensures safety measures in the laboratory are being followed, takes initiative to update safety SOPs, training material and documentation, and provides appropriate safety training to new hires and external providers. 
• Through professional and commercial publications, and meetings with sales representatives, the candidate maintains an awareness of current trends in laboratory-related products and their impact on laboratory activities and the laboratory budget. 
• Must be capable of independently installing and setting up laboratory equipment. 
• Work with the lab operations team to initiate, evaluate, and maintain service contracts for equipment.  
• Coordinate and follow-up on instrument preventative maintenance and emergency services. This may occasionally require after hours phone calls and contacts with vendors, as necessary. 
• Maintains environmental monitoring software and troubleshoots equipment issues based on environmental monitoring data. This may occasionally require after hours emergency visits. 
• Regularly schedules visits from equipment service providers, hosts and works with them to complete equipment maintenance or repair.  
• Responsible for all equipment repair and maintenance records ensuring that all equipment maintenance occurs according to schedule as required. 
• Assists in yearly departmental budgeting.
• Assists laboratory members with day-to-day operational needs to improve workflows and efficiency within the laboratory. 
• Will receive all necessary training to be able to work in BlueRock offices and controlled laboratory environments. Due to the nature of the work in the laboratory it is mandatory to wear personal protective equipment. There is a risk of potential exposure to chemicals and biohazards. 

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors in biological sciences with a minimum of 3+ years related lab experience. 
• Experience with shipping and cold chain logistics is an asset. 
• Working knowledge of procure-to-pay processes is an asset. 
• Demonstrated experience with procurement and logistics support. 
• Demonstrated experience with writing standard operating procedures. 
• Competency in computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) required. 
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work with a variety of software platforms. 
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written; must be able to manage time and priorities efficiently. 
• Must have the ability to maintain a constructive working relationship with all staff, vendors, and co-workers. 
• A proven ability to be highly productive in a fast-paced work environment with excellent attention to detail. 
• Must be a self-starter demonstrating initiative, a positive attitude, and the ability to work in an independent and organized manner. 
• Ability to, on occasion, lift  20kg and/or work with a partner to lift anything heavier. 

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