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

MSD•Rahway, NJ

6d•$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. Based on-site at the Rahway, New Jersey location, this role provides operational, logistics, and compliance support to laboratory activities. The position reports to the Associate Director of Laboratory Operations & Safety Compliance. The specialist coordinates general laboratory administration, equipment scheduling and maintenance, procurement, inventory management, shipping and receiving, and movement of equipment and materials. The role supports development studies by helping prepare and stage materials, maintaining traceability and accurate records, and collaborating with laboratory, engineering, and operations teams to ensure materials are ready.

Requirements

At least 6 years of direct office or laboratory management experience.
Demonstrated experience in office and/or laboratory operations management, 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 fast-paced environments.
Ability to exercise independent judgment, prioritize work, and execute with little to no supervision.
Ability to interact professionally with internal and external colleagues on-site and remotely.
Skills in coordination, audit trails, computer efficiency, continuous development, creativity, equipment calibration and maintenance, equipment ordering, inventory monitoring, laboratory instrumentation, multitasking, ordering supplies, planning, task management, and teamwork.

Nice To Haves

B.S. in Life Sciences, Engineering, or equivalent.
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 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 day-to-day inventory of 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 equipment and material movements to ensure full traceability and accurate system updates.
Assist with staging and preparation of materials for development studies.
Collaborate with laboratory, engineering, and operations teams to ensure material readiness.
Coordinate complex internal and external, cross-functional scheduling and equipment installation, qualification, calibration, and maintenance.