Description

Portal Innovations is seeking a Lab Operations Associate to oversee the lab activities related to the day-to-day operations of our Portal location in the newly built Southline building in Dorchester. The ideal candidate for this position is a multi-talented individual – highly capable, self-directed, member focused and employs a high level of autonomy in their work while being able to work collaboratively within a small team. Success in this role involves prioritizing duties and achieving measurable outcomes in operational efficiency and process improvement. The individual will benefit from the unique working and entrepreneurial environment of Portal Innovations, while leveraging the opportunity to support promising startups in their most formative years.

Requirements

Responsibilities:

Facilities and Laboratory Operations

• Maintain a safe working environment by adhering to company policies and procedures
• Support upkeep and cleanliness of common lab areas
• Document daily walkthroughs of the sites and help troubleshoot any issues that may arise
• Assist in development of SOPs, protocols and manuals relevant to laboratory equipment/projects, including startup and shutdown procedures
• Manage the consumables inventory program and providing daily support of lab consumables at point of use stations throughout the labs Cold Storage -
• Maintain and monitor cryogenic gas and cold storage usage.
• Support management of critical equipment remote alarm systems and serve as a member of 24-hr emergency response team
• Assist in maintaining equipment maintenance schedules to ensure equipment receives timely calibration and preventative maintenance
• Assist in the maintenance and servicing of laboratory equipment including daily tasks to ensure instruments are working properly and their longevity extended
• Assist with troubleshooting and supplemental resources
• Procurement Management - Assist with purchasing, including learning procurement system, requesting quotes and following up with vendors
• Assist the Director of Lab Operations and Portal team with other ad-hoc duties and projects and assist
• Equipment Training - Provide basic operating training on common laboratory equipment.

Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)

• Assist in various aspects of EHS program, including but not limited to enforcing compliance (e.g., proper storage of chemicals, inventory management of supplies), emergency response and incident reporting
• .Assist in maintaining electronic inventory of chemicals and Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Ensure liquid and solid waste are regularly picked up by EHS personnel
• Collaborate with EHS consultant to support training and policies - support SOP creation and validation.
• Site Audit Support - Coordinate with Operations team to prepare site for inspections within laboratories and facilities, EHS and security. Monitor completion of corrective actions.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of one (1) year experience in a laboratory environment, experience in equipment cleaning and maintenance, chemical and biological waste management
• Bachelor of Science Degree or equivalent, preferably in biology/chemistry, or related life sciences discipline
• Experience with HPLC and/or mass spectrometry, a plus
• Experience working in a startup environment, a plus
• Familiarity with cellular, molecular, and microbiology techniques, a plus
• Personable and articulate with strong communication skills
• Excellent Customer Service Skills; display a professional can-do attitude
• Perform duties with the highest regard for safety and quality
• High attention to detail and ability to understand and follow site protocols, policies and procedures
• Must be reliable, flexible, motivated and have the ability to act proactively.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs minimum and be able to stand for hours at a time.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office with proficiency in Word and Excel
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Problem-solving, multi-tasking and outstanding organizational skills
• Desire to work in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment, wear multiple hats

Compensation: Portal Innovations offers a competitive salary and benefits package based on experience

What we offer:

Full-time Benefits:

• Dental Insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Unlimited PTO
• Parental Leave
• 401K

Work Authorization/Security-Clearance Requirements: Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Portal is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.