Intern - Lab Operations

Portal Innovations LLC•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Portal Innovations is seeking detail-oriented interns to join our Lab Operations team. As part of our team, you will play a vital role in maintaining the efficient day-to-day operations of our shared lab spaces, shadow different companies within the lab environment to understand diverse workflows and needs, and contributing to the creation of equipment training materials for the entire incubator ecosystem.

Requirements

Students working towards their Associates or Bachelors in related field
Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude
1-2 years of foundational interest or experience in any science concentration or a related field
Comfort asking questions and a willingness to take on new challenges
Ability to work well with others

Responsibilities

Assist in coordinating and managing lab resources and equipment for startup teams.
Assist with routine cleaning and maintenance of incubators, refrigerators, and freezers.
Support scheduled defrosts and equipment upkeep activities.
Help standardize lab signage across the board.
Help communicate lab updates, maintenance notices, and cleanout schedules.
Support the Lab Operations team in the creation of equipment and site SOPs, ensuring clear and accessible instructions for all users in the incubator ecosystem.
Assist in distributing and promoting training materials to startup teams and lab users, ensuring everyone is informed on proper equipment usage.
Support Safety and Organization protocols inclusive of inventory management, implementation of safety protocols and ensuring a clean, organized work environment.
Perform bi-weekly safety kit checks.
Conduct quarterly chemical audits.
Perform quarterly cold storage audits.
Help communicate lab updates, maintenance notices, and cleanout schedules.
Update signage such as freezer maps, incubator assignments, and SOP postings.