Laboratory Coordinator

The University of Arizona•Tucson, AZ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Coordinator advances the research mission of the Asthma and Airway Disease Research Center’s Immunology Laboratory as an integral team lead. Working independently and in collaboration with principal investigators and laboratory investigators, the coordinator manages complex scientific initiatives, daily research and operational workflows, and specialized immune-based assays. The role oversees laboratory operations, equipment, safety and regulatory compliance, and provides technical supervision and training to laboratory personnel. The successful candidate must be able to adapt quickly to changing research priorities and lead the integration of new experimental methodologies. The position is based at the University of Arizona’s Tucson Campus and is full-time, 40 hours per week. It requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive in accordance with the University Fleet Safety Policy. Visa sponsorship is not available. The University offers full benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; tuition reduction for eligible employees and family members; retirement plans; and access to recreation and cultural activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional-level experience.
Five years of relevant work experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Knowledge and understanding of laboratory coordination and laboratory safety.
Ability to work well in a team environment.
Ability to travel.

Nice To Haves

Experience in respiratory-related research.
Direct experience in human-subjects research.

Responsibilities

Lead research support, experimental coordination, and data organization.
Manage and facilitate complex research experiments and specialized immune-based assays under the direction of the PI and laboratory investigators.
Coordinate biological specimen collection, processing, sample tracking, and data organization for research initiatives.
Supervise, train, and provide technical guidance to laboratory technicians and support staff; assign work, monitor quality, and ensure adherence to standardized methods and precision standards.
Collaborate with principal investigators and research investigators to design, adapt, and refine experimental workflows and protocols.
Lead integration of new experimental techniques and technologies to advance research goals.
Manage data collection, analysis, and documentation to ensure accuracy, reproducibility, and regulatory compliance across projects and study records.
Manage daily laboratory administrative and operational activities, including purchasing and procurement, equipment inventory and maintenance, supply management, surplus and asset tracking, and coordination with core units.
Coordinate storage, inventory, handling, and shipment of biological specimens, cryogenically stored cells, and chemical or biological materials in accordance with University, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate on preparation, submission, and maintenance of biosafety, chemical safety, and related compliance protocols; track approvals, renewals, amendments, inspections, and documentation.
Maintain research facilities and equipment; coordinate preventive maintenance and service contracts; and work with internal and external vendors on equipment or facility needs.
Conduct onboarding, orientation, and training for staff, students, visiting scientists, and new laboratory members, including instruction on laboratory procedures, equipment, safety, and operational workflows.
Support implementation and maintenance of standard operating procedures for laboratory safety, efficiency, quality control, and regulatory compliance.