Lab Operations Specialist - New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Lab Operations SpecialistLocation: New Brunswick, NJ 08901Mode: Contract (6+ Months) – OnsiteKey ResponsibilitiesProvide day-to-day operational support to laboratory staff and scientists to ensure uninterrupted lab operations.Prepare reagents, buffers, and media in accordance with approved SOPs.Manage inventory of lab supplies, including ordering, stocking, tracking, and reconciliation.Receive, label, log, store, and track samples while maintaining chain of custody.Maintain laboratory equipment, including cleaning, basic troubleshooting, and calibration coordination.Ensure laboratory cleanliness, organization, and compliance with safety and EHS protocols.Maintain accurate documentation in line with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).Support GMP compliance where applicable.Assist in audits and inspections by preparing documentation, records, and operational evidence.Coordinate chemical and biohazard waste disposal following regulatory and safety guidelines.Work cross-functionally with QA, facilities, and safety teams to maintain lab readiness.Install, move, and reinstall laboratory equipment as per SOPs.Support onboarding and training of new lab personnel on lab procedures and safety practices.