Onsite Lab Associate II

The Opportunity :

In this role, you will report to the Onsite Supervisor and will work closely with the Avantor's Advanced Laboratory Services professionals to serve our customers by performing customized, mission-based lab work and research protocols that help return time back to science.

Location : Cambridge, MA

Schedule : M-F 7 : 00 am - 3 : 30 pm or 7 : 30 am - 4 : 00 pm

Hourly Rate : $28.00

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

What we're looking for

Education :

B.A / B.S is preferred

High School diploma / GED is required.

Experience :

3-5 years of relevant experience, which may include a college degree.

Basic understanding of laboratory environments and processes.

Pipetting experience required.

Experience in life sciences, biotechnology, and / or pharmaceutical industries.

Exposure to the storage and management of laboratory products.

Familiarity with laboratory safety standards and regulatory compliance.

Basic understanding of chemical handling and laboratory glassware care.

Experience with autoclaves, washers, and sterilization processes is a plus.

Required skills :

Demonstrated ability to organize tasks effectively and manage time efficiently.

Strong customer-focused approach with a commitment to delivering exceptional service.

Proficiency in IT tools, including Microsoft Office Suite and inventory management systems.

Experience using collaboration platforms; Microsoft Teams preferred.

Physical capability to lift and transport materials weighing up to 50 lbs.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to work independently and as part of a team.

Analytical and problem-solving abilities with flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.

Preferred : Background in logistics combined with laboratory knowledge.

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. In this role you will :

Inventory and Reagents Management

Oversee and execute inventory control for consumables and reagents.

Process orders, replenish stock, and maintain point-of-use locations.

Maintain 5S standards at all point-of-use locations.

Gas Cylinder and Dewar Management

Coordinate replenishment and delivery of all onsite liquid nitrogen reserve tanks.

Ensure compliance with site and regulatory requirements.

Glassware, Autoclave, and Parts Washer Facility

Manage glassware washing operations

Perform daily pickup of glassware for washing / autoclaving

Inspect glassware for damage and dispose of defective items.

Maintain adequate stock of glassware and related supplies (e.g., detergents).

Preparation of In-House Materials

Order and maintain inventory of raw materials required for formulation preparation.

Manufacture and deliver prepared formulations to end users.

Operate equipment safely and in compliance with all applicable standards.

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!

EEO Statement :

We are an Equal Employment / Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state / province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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