Laboratory Operations Coordinator

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services•Columbia, MO

About The Position

Eurofins is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Laboratory Operations Coordinator to support scientific projects and laboratory operations in a fast-paced testing environment. The role serves as a key link between clients and internal laboratory teams, coordinating project activities, managing timelines and documentation, facilitating communication, and helping testing programs progress efficiently from initiation through completion. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Columbia, Missouri, are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
At least 2 years of professional experience in a laboratory, scientific, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, CRO, or project coordination environment.
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience coordinating laboratory projects, studies, or client deliverables.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Experience with LIMS, eLIMS, eQMS, CRM systems, or similar platforms.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, analytical testing, or contract research environments.
Familiarity with GMP and/or GLP environments.

Responsibilities

Coordinate laboratory projects and studies to ensure timelines, deliverables, and client expectations are met.
Review quotations, purchase orders, protocols, specifications, and client instructions to establish project requirements.
Create and maintain project records in Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and other internal systems.
Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, provide project updates, and facilitate routine status meetings.
Collaborate with laboratory operations, quality assurance, analytical testing groups, sample administration, finance, business development, and other internal stakeholders.
Monitor project timelines, milestones, deliverables, and open action items, and proactively identify potential risks.
Track project scope and coordinate change requests when additional services or requirements arise.
Support invoice review and billing milestones, and help resolve project-related discrepancies.
Resolve routine project issues and escalate complex challenges when necessary.
Maintain accurate, organized, and audit-ready project documentation.
Provide cross-functional support and backup coverage as assigned.