job summary: The Senior Specialist, Laboratory Operations, coordinates and supports multiple laboratories within one or more departments. This could include ownership/responsibilities over any associated warehouse areas, performing glassware washing and media/buffer prep. Experienced and works independently to manage day-to-day operations and can perform troubleshooting and problem solving.Customer base is within the labs supported.Highly customer service oriented and has a track record of anticipating the needs of all customers, including bench scientistsResponsible for cross functional execution of processes such as equipment installation working with engineering, facilities, suppliers and procurement. Oversees inventory management such as purchasing, maintaining, storing, and allocating lab equipment and supplies.Can provide direction to peers, if needed. Completes assignments in a timely fashion and helps manager with assignments or projects when needed.Ability to work on issues with a complex and diverse scope in a matrixed organization.Can perform troubleshooting and basic problem solving.Can effectively reach a solution for most problems.Proposes process improvements. location: Novato, California job type: Contract salary: $39.00 - 43.10 per hour work hours: 9 to 5 education: Bachelors responsibilities: The Manager, Laboratory Operations manages and supports one or more laboratories. Manages significant portions of operations across the department such as freezer alarm management and thaw program. Recognized subject matter expert in the department and has impact across department operations. Experienced and works independently to manage day to day operations and customer base is across multiple labs supported within department. Highly customer service oriented and has a track record of anticipating the needs of all customers, including bench scientists.Responsible for cross functional execution of processes such as equipment installation working with engineering, facilities, suppliers and procurement.Can provide direction to peers and develop proposals for management, if needed. Completes assignments in a timely fashion and helps manager with assignments or projects when needed.Ability to work on issues with a complex and diverse scope in a matrixed organization.Can perform troubleshooting and complex problem solving. Can effectively reach a solution for most problems. Leads process improvements. qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in a Life Science field (Biology, Chemistry, etc.) or equivalent professional lab experience. Lab Operations: Proven experience managing daily lab activities, including inventory, media/buffer prep, and glassware maintenance. Project Coordination: Skilled in cross-functional execution of equipment installations with engineering, facilities, and procurement teams. Problem Solving: Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex issues and lead process improvements within a matrixed organization. Customer Service: Strong track record of supporting bench scientists and providing technical direction to peers and departments. #LI-BM1 skills: Biology, Chemistry, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Cross Functional Collaboration, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days. Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.