Sr. Department Specialist Lab

Baxter International Inc. • Round Lake, IL

15d • $60,000 - $82,500

About The Position

This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. Your Role at Baxter This is where your work saves lives As a part of Infusion Therapies & Technologies division, the Lab Administrative Assistant is responsible for coordinating R&D lab operations, purchasing and managing lab supplies, handling shipping and receiving of testing materials, scheduling equipment calibration and maintenance, and assisting with general lab activities to ensure smooth daily operations. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associates degree or professional certification preferred.
• 5+ years experience in an administrative role, preferably in a laboratory or healthcare setting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and identify proactive solutions to complex situations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.
• Experience with inventory management and procurement processes preferred.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree or professional certification preferred.
• Experience with inventory management and procurement processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Order, track, and maintain stock of laboratory supplies, chemicals, and testing materials. Work closely with vendors to ensure timely deliveries and purchases.
• Manage incoming and outgoing shipments of test materials and equipment, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with regulations.
• Process purchase orders and invoices, ensuring timely procurement of lab supplies.
• Schedule and coordinate calibration, servicing, and maintenance of lab equipment, including instruments, and other devices, to ensure operational efficiency.
• Perform routine operational checks on pumps and other laboratory equipment and coordinate necessary troubleshooting or repairs.
• Support special projects and other administrative tasks assigned.

Benefits

• Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles.
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
• Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching.
• We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave.
• Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees