Laboratory Research Operations Analyst
About The Position
The Laboratory Research Operations Analyst is responsible for the day-to-day operations, safety, compliance, and stewardship of shared incubator laboratory space within the Pelotonia Research Center Innovation District. The lab supports startup companies, entrepreneurs, and external research partners. The analyst serves as the primary operational and compliance resource for incubator lab users and works with the Principal Project Manager to maintain high standards of safety, cleanliness, professionalism, and scientific integrity. The position provides technical and operational oversight of laboratory equipment and shared resources, including equipment use, user training, troubleshooting, and coordinating maintenance. It also supports purchasing, inventory and supply management, vendor coordination, and operational planning. The analyst partners with ERIK, JobsOhio, SciTech, Environmental Health & Safety, and incubator users to support an efficient, safe, service-oriented laboratory ecosystem that complies with university and regulatory requirements and advances innovation and economic development in Columbus, Ohio. This in-person position is based at the Pelotonia Research Center at The Ohio State University’s innovation district.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
- Two years of relevant experience in a BSL-2 or higher biological life sciences laboratory.
- Ability to build strong relationships with laboratory users while confidently enforcing laboratory policies.
- Strong conflict resolution, communication, and relationship management skills.
- Ability to balance customer service, partnership, and policy enforcement.
- Ability to address sensitive compliance matters professionally and consistently.
Nice To Haves
- Three or more years of relevant experience.
- Strong knowledge of laboratory operations, chemical hygiene, biosafety, and regulatory compliance.
- Experience in shared-use laboratory, incubator, biotech, startup, academic research, or multi-tenant research environments.
Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day operations, safety, compliance, and stewardship of shared incubator laboratory space.
- Serve as the primary operational and compliance resource for laboratory users.
- Work with the Principal Project Manager to maintain safety, cleanliness, professionalism, and scientific integrity.
- Oversee shared laboratory equipment and resources, including equipment use, user training, troubleshooting, and maintenance coordination.
- Support laboratory purchasing, inventory and supply management, vendor coordination, and operational planning.
- Partner with ERIK, JobsOhio, SciTech, Environmental Health & Safety, and incubator users to support laboratory operations.
- Enforce laboratory policies and address non-compliance and equipment maintenance needs.
- Promote shared accountability and appropriately escalate safety, operational, or stakeholder issues.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid sick and vacation time
- 11 holidays
- State retirement plan or alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
