Laboratory Specialist II- Scientific Operations

Job Description Summary

The Laboratory Specialist II serves as a critical on-site resource for all aspects of laboratory space management, cold storage unit oversight, and temperature monitoring alarm resolution. This role demands strong agility in problem-solving, exceptional adaptability, and upward mobility potential. The associate is expected to work flexible hours, including weekends and after-hours, and to be available for on-call responsibilities 24 / 7. This position is pivotal in ensuring seamless laboratory operations, supporting research continuity, and coordinating transition activities between third-party vendors and Scientific Operations for operational efficiency.

This position will be located at La Jolla / San Diego and will not have the ability to be located remotely.

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Job Description

Key Responsibilities :

• Laboratory Management Activities :

Organize lab space and ensure it is well maintained. Lead the campus wide clean out.

Collaborate with third-party service providers to ensure they meet operational support requirements and maintain service level.

Drive operational excellence, competence and sustainability best practices for all supported programs and initiatives.

Role Requirements :

The salary for this position is expected to range between $63,600 and $118,200 per year.

The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.

Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.

US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

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EEO Statement :

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to us.reasonableaccommodations@novartis.com or call +1(877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

Salary Range

$63,600.00 - $118,200.00

Skills Desired

Analysis, Computer Systems, Lifesciences, Operating Systems, Scientific Support, Technical Support