Lab Coordinator

Abbott • St. Paul, MN

7d • $50,700 - $101,300 • Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Coordinator is responsible for the efficient day-to-day administrative and operational support of laboratory activities. This role ensures seamless coordination of supplies, documentation control, service agreements, and laboratory systems, while also supporting sample management processes and enabling scientists to focus on research and development.

Requirements

• Associates Degree.
• Minimum 2 years experience in a laboratory, research, or regulated environment.
• Strong Microsoft Office skill.
• Experience with document control systems (e.g., Windchill), SharePoint, Teams, and other office software tools.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience in managing department finance including purchase orders, invoices, and reports.

Responsibilities

• Order, receive, and manage laboratory supplies and inventory to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Track incoming materials and verify accuracy of orders against purchase documentation.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve supply issues.
• Communicate directly with vendors as applicable.
• Monitor and report up finance numbers to management.
• Support change management processes by releasing, revising, and maintaining controlled documents within Windchill (or equivalent document management system).
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements for document control activities.
• Monitor and ensure correct training is assigned to lab personnel.
• Manage Master Service Agreements (MSAs) and service contracts for laboratory equipment and services.
• Track contract terms, renewals, and vendor performance.
• Coordinate with procurement, legal, and technical teams to maintain compliance and service continuity.
• Administer laboratory time tracking software, ensuring accurate usage and reporting.
• Serve as a key point of contact for administrative system updates and enhancements.
• Maintain and administer SharePoint sites to support document organization, collaboration, and communication across teams.
• Support the sample receipt process, including receiving, logging, and labelling samples.
• Assign samples to appropriate scientists based on testing request details or Management input.
• Ensure proper documentation, traceability, and organization of all incoming samples.

Benefits

• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement
• the Freedom 2 Save student debt program
• FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree