LABORATORY COORDINATOR COVER LETTER TEMPLATE

• Makes independent judgment on modifying, documenting, analyzing and testing the computer systems used in the outreach department
• Creates and maintains policies and procedures related to the software used in outreach
• Provides direction to client services and account representatives in regards to the outreach software
• Maintains the system laboratory website
• Provides technical expertise and demonstrates a high level of theoretical knowledge in the department
• Provides advice, training and direction
• Troubleshoots and responds to highly complex and technical questions
• Creates communications to be sent to clients on all changes or delays in the laboratory
• Stays abreast of new technology and potential applications at the local site
• Assists Technical Specialists with change management

Skills: Systems Analysis, Software Documentation, Policy Development, Website Maintenance, Technical Troubleshooting, Client Communication, Staff Training, Change Management

• Writes procedures, forms and documents
• Serve on interdisciplinary committees to plan and implement system initiatives
• Monitors and helps implement process and technical improvements to meet or enhance quality and service targets
• Provides a system for backup methods 
• Supports evaluation, selection, and implementation of new technology and equipment at the direction of Technical Specialists
• Works collaboratively in dealing with procedural, technical, and customer service issues
• Maintains productivity data for client services
• Creates project plan, manages projects, creates any test plan, brings in key stakeholders and executes implementation of projects
• Aligns the customers' and system business objectives when setting up new clients
• Ensures employees receive appropriate orientation and training

Skills: Procedure Writing, Process Improvement, Backup Planning, Technology Implementation, Customer Support, Productivity Reporting, Project Management, Staff Training

• Ensures ongoing employee training and competency assessments are completed
• Ensures compliance with all federal regulations
• Creates and coordinates the implementation of outreach education documents that communicate specimen collection, regulatory, and billing requirements for account representatives to bring to clients
• Ensures billing and compliance concerns are addressed
• Ensures all procedures and policies are up to date, meet regulatory and compliance requirements, and are under document control
• Oversees and ensures employee training documents and competencies meet regulatory requirements
• Participates in budget development
• Assists in monitoring financial, volume, and productivity data to meet targets
• Ensures implementation of cost reduction opportunities when identified

Skills: Training Coordination, Competency Assessment, Regulatory Compliance, Document Control, Outreach Education, Billing Support, Budget Planning, Cost Reduction

• Independently performs all aspects of cytogenetic, FISH or microarray wetbench procedures according to established protocols to provide high-quality sample preparations
• Performs accurate analysis of all specimen types and case complexities within their primary section
• Correctly uses ISCN when recording results
• Correctly writes up cases using established report templates
• Maintains accurate records of all lab results, procedures and quality control metrics
• Independently evaluates sample quality and troubleshoots problems
• Participate in new test validation or optimization of current protocols
• Performs additional tasks as may be assigned by the section supervisor such as routine equipment maintenance, inventory and ordering of reagents
• Communicates any problems with equipment or specimen processing with the section coordinator or lab director
• Trains new technologists and participates in Resident education
• Complies with the appropriate safety and regulatory guidelines
• Participates in and helps prepare for CAP inspections and ensures CAP compliance
• Attends and participates in laboratory staff meetings and continuing education programs

Skills: Cytogenetic Testing, FISH Analysis, Microarray Processing, ISCN Reporting, Quality Control, Sample Troubleshooting, Test Validation, Staff Training

• Overseeing the office and laboratory of the Principal Investigator (PI) working in a lab of 10-15 people
• Managing lab finances, preparing monthly reports and projections, ordering supplies and equipment
• Overseeing sub-awards of several awards, including private and federal grants
• Preparing, structuring, and submitting administrative documents for the acquisition of new private and federal funding opportunities as well as preparing yearly progress and financial reports
• Managing various protocol submissions to ethics committees (e.g., IRB, IACUC), space renovations, and other projects as they arise
• Managing the PI's schedule and travel coordination
• Managing and maintaining existing inventories
• Processing all laboratory personnel and adjunct appointments, including onboarding of new hires
• Correspondence and interaction with collaborators, and Rockefeller University staff on laboratory matters and acting as lab liaison to the rest of the university

Skills: Lab Operations Management, Budget Reporting, Grant Administration, Funding Documentation, IRB IACUC Compliance, Schedule Coordination, Inventory Management, Stakeholder Liaison

• Maintaining the lab website concerning lab news and publications
• Proofreading NIH grant proposals and editing of manuscripts
• Coordinating communication, timelines, tasks within the team, and monitoring of progress to ensure milestones are met, as well as coordination of the lab's collaborative activities with external groups
• Assisting the PI in formulating and implementing short and long-term goals for the operation of the laboratory including setting priorities
• Assigning responsibilities, establishing timelines, coordinating new funding initiatives, recruiting top talent, and mentoring and coaching lab members
• Performing routine molecular biology experiments such as cloning, sequencing, mutagenesis, and protein expression in bacteria or cell culture
• Using knowledge of basic protein chemistry and/or structural biology to perform guided protein design, screening, and biophysical characterizations in vitro and in vivo
• Performing animal (rodent) handling, behavioral training, or surgery, including chronic implantation of cranial windows
• Working with optics / optical engineering, optical design, ultrafast laser systems, or microscopy

Skills: Lab Website Management, Grant Proofreading, Team Coordination, Strategic Planning, Talent Recruitment, Molecular Biology, Protein Characterization, Rodent Handling

• Ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance
• Previous experience with the administration of lab systems
• Experience in administration
• Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model
• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects
• Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines promptly
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail

Qualifications: BS in Biotechnology with 5 years of Experience

• Experience as a Technologist in the assigned area 
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to coordinate tasks in order of priority, while effectively multitasking as it relates to the extraction process
• Ability to maintain clear and concise communication with supervisor, co-workers, and other departments
• Flexibility to adjust an approach or response to changes with applicable regulations and/or process challenges under the direction of department supervisors
• Ability to take ownership of tasks and other responsibilities
• Effectively self-manage during times of autonomous work
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Very good attention to detail and accuracy

Qualifications: BS in Biochemistry with 4 years of Experience

• Ability to apply scientific technique and exactness to the extraction process for the production of cannabis oils and/or other concentrates in a laboratory setting
• Working experience as an extraction or laboratory lead in the cannabis industry or related field
• Functional knowledge and practical use of Microsoft Office systems (i.e., MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other MS Tools) and Google Sheets
• Functional knowledge and practical application of extraction methods, preparation and purification of cannabinoids
• Functional knowledge of California cannabis regulations, specifically as it pertains to cultivation and manufacturing
• Proficiency in the English language, verbal and written format
• Experience in post-processing of cannabis oils
• Working experience in a laboratory setting
• Advanced knowledge of Google Office Suite (Word, Sheets, etc.)

Qualifications: BS in Clinical Laboratory Science with 5 years of Experience

• Attention to detail to ensure that the customer's sample information is entered accurately
• Prior data entry experience
• Verbal and written communication skills, multi-tasking, customer service skills and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage one’s time
• Ability to keep information organized and confidential
• Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Able to work independently
• Able to comply with safety, purchasing and other related protocols
• Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time, meeting assigned deadlines

Qualifications: BS in Analytical Chemistry with 2 years of Experience

• Knowledge of biology principles, processes and practices
• Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
• Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
• Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills
• Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette
• Extensive experience working in a busy laboratory, coordinating activities
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Able to perform routine biochemical laboratory calculations, including the use of standard form numbers and buffer molarity calculations
• Experience of using electronic and paper-based record systems
• Able to work as part of teams with representatives from multiple departments and agree distribution of responsibility for activities
• Comfortable working with defined processes and systems that require strict adherence to rules
• Close attention to detail, especially when completing paperwork, to maintain data integrity

Qualifications: BS in Biology with 6 years of Experience

• Clinical research or related experience
• Experience with specimen collection, data collection and quality assurance monitoring
• Knowledge and understanding of federal regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion
• Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology medical terminology
• Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information

Qualifications: BS in Biomedical Engineering with 5 years of Experience