Lab Coordinator - job 2 of 3

The Lab Coordinator at Eurofins Scientific is responsible for maintaining and servicing laboratory equipment, performing routine checks to ensure all instruments are functioning correctly. This involves coordinating with lab staff for preventive maintenance, facilitating training on equipment use, and managing an orderly inventory of essential supplies while remaining compliant with safety regulations.

To qualify for the Lab Coordinator position at Eurofins Scientific, candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in lab support or coordination. Alternatively, an Associate’s degree in relevant fields like Biology or Chemistry along with 3 years of experience is acceptable, or a BS degree with no experience. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple workflows are desired qualities.

The Lab Coordinator at Eurofins Scientific works in a dynamic lab environment in West Point, PA, where they engage with scientific instruments and collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure compliance and operational efficiency. The role is full-time, onsite Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Eurofins Scientific offers its Lab Coordinators comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as life and disability insurance. They also provide a 401(k) plan with a company match and paid vacation and holidays, ensuring that employees can maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Yes, for the Lab Coordinator role at Eurofins Scientific, experience in managing laboratory equipment and understanding its maintenance is critical. This experience helps ensure that all instruments are safely operated and compliance standards are consistently met.

Discuss specific roles you've had in laboratory settings, emphasizing your responsibilities and achievements. Highlight your skills in managing equipment maintenance, compliance with safety standards, and supporting lab teams.

Describe your techniques for managing inventory, including software tools or manual systems you've used, how you track hazardous materials, and your approach to ensuring timely replenishment of essential supplies.

Share your strategies for prioritizing tasks, such as using a task management system, setting deadlines, and communicating with team members to ensure nothing falls through the cracks while maintaining quality standards.

Explain your understanding of laboratory safety protocols, including handling hazardous materials, lab clean-up procedures, and how you train others in safe practices to create a secure working environment.

Outline your plan for addressing equipment failures efficiently, emphasizing quick assessment, communication with the team, and steps to minimize disruption, including the processes for arranging repairs or finding temporary solutions.

Discuss the importance of meticulous documentation in lab operations, including tracking maintenance, inventory levels, and compliance logs to ensure transparency, accountability, and adherence to regulatory requirements.

Share a specific experience where you developed or delivered training sessions for new equipment or safety protocols, highlighting your approach to teaching and ensuring everyone is competent in their roles.

Detail your experience with the procurement process, from identifying needs, obtaining quotes, to working with purchasing departments, ensuring that the equipment meets the laboratory's requirements and compliance issues.

Discuss various initiatives you’ve implemented or participated in to streamline processes in the lab, such as introducing new technologies, optimizing workflows, or creating effective communication strategies among team members.

Explain how you pursue knowledge through professional development opportunities, workshops, online courses, or participating in industry organizations to ensure that you're aware of advancements that could benefit your role as a Lab Coordinator.