Specialist, Laboratory Operations & Logistics - Drug/Device Combo Pdts (Onsite)

MSD•Rahway, NJ

1d•$87,300 - $137,400•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Division's Development & Technology Organization within Pharmaceutical Sciences & Device Development is seeking a Specialist, Laboratory Operations & Logistics. The role is based onsite at the Rahway, New Jersey location and provides support for laboratory operations, logistics, and compliance activities. It reports to the Associate Director of Laboratory Operations & Safety Compliance. The position supports development and GXP laboratories by coordinating administrative activities, equipment scheduling and maintenance, procurement, inventory management, shipping and material movement, and laboratory readiness. The Specialist works with laboratory, engineering, and operations teams to maintain workflows, accurate records, and material traceability. This is a regular position. No relocation, visa sponsorship, or travel is offered or required. The stated salary range for the primary location is $87,300 to $137,400, with eligibility for an annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, or an equivalent field.
At least 6 years of direct office or laboratory management experience.
Demonstrated experience managing office and/or laboratory operations, including coordinating complex internal and external, multifunctional scheduling.
Advanced computer skills using MS Outlook, Teams, Project, SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe.
Experience managing equipment installation, qualification, routine calibration, and maintenance scheduling.
Experience with SAP/Concur or a related system for processing purchase orders, expense reports, payment requests, vendor-add forms, and stockroom inventory reports.
Ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders and operational teams.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and execute in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and prioritize and execute work with little to no supervision.
Ability to interact professionally with internal and external colleagues onsite and remotely.

Nice To Haves

Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or laboratory environments.
Familiarity with device development or combination product workflows.
Exposure to regulated environments and compliance expectations.
Experience with laboratory moves, facility transitions, or buildouts.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and perform general laboratory administrative duties, including testing, calibration, and equipment-maintenance scheduling, ordering routine and specialty supplies, and facilities management.
Maintain development and GXP laboratory equipment and instrumentation in accordance with internal and industry best practices and standards.
Support laboratory procurement, including purchase orders, invoice payments, and expense tracking.
Manage scheduling for equipment installation, qualification, routine calibration, and maintenance.
Perform day-to-day inventory management for development materials, including prototypes and consumables.
Maintain accurate inventory records, material traceability, and location tracking.
Support receiving, storage, and distribution across laboratories and storage areas.
Coordinate inbound shipments, outbound deliveries, and internal transfers.
Support planning and execution of equipment moves, laboratory relocations, and inventory transfers across buildings or sites.
Track movement of equipment and materials to ensure traceability and accurate system updates.
Assist with staging and preparing materials for development studies.
Collaborate with laboratory, engineering, and operations teams to ensure material readiness.
Coordinate complex internal and external, multifunctional scheduling and work across stakeholders and operational teams.
Manage multiple tasks and prioritize and execute work activities with little to no supervision.