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Laboratory Supervisor
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Role & Company Overview
Employer
Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom
Location / Model
North Chicago, IL
Employment
Full-Time
Recruitment Type
Direct to HR Pipeline
Industry
General
Company Size
Headquarters
United States
Visa & Sponsorship
Global Talent Consideration
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
- Kelly Science has an immediate opening for a Laboratory Supervisor & Technical Support Coordinator for our growing client in North Chicago, ILFull-timeDirect HireSalary: $70,000-$85,000 DOESummary of Key Responsibilities:This role combines two critical functions: Laboratory Supervision and Technical Support Coordination.
- Responsibilities include:Lab Supervision:Act as the primary resource for technical guidance in molecular biology techniques to junior staff.
- Coordinate and direct day-to-day activities of laboratory personnel, including scheduling, task delegation, and performing routine and non-routine testing.
- Ensure adherence to procedures and protocols to maintain best practices and regulatory compliance.
- Oversee hiring, onboarding, training, mentoring, annual evaluations, and disciplinary actions of laboratory personnel.
- Monitor customer device and cartridge orders, data, and testing schedules.
- Assist with data uptake, report generation, environmental monitoring, and internal QC testing.
- Coordinate external equipment calibrations and in-house instrument maintenance.
- Recommend process improvements, contribute to SOPs/SWIs design, and manage laboratory inventory.
- Technical Support Coordinator:Monitor and respond to lab support emails, answering customer questions and acting as the chief technical resource for verification and problem-solving.
- Coordinate development of improved technical competency through coaching, training, and evaluating equipment software upgrades.
- Prepare reports and presentations for internal and external meetings.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for testing results and technical inquiries.
- Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or Biochemistry.3-5+ years of experience in a biological sciences laboratory in a production capacity.1-3+ years of laboratory leadership experience.
- Expertise in molecular biology techniques, RT-PCR, ELISA testing, bead-based multiplex assays, and enzymatic biochemical assays.
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
- Positive attitude, willingness to coach staff, and ability to prioritize and resolve complex situations.
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