Laboratory Services Coordinator
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials
Job Description
Laboratory Services Coordinator
LOCATION
Oxford, United Kingdom
POSITION SUMMARY
The Laboratory Services Coordinator at Thermo Fisher Scientific will play a key role in coordinating Laboratory Management processes at our Oxford Research site. This position ensures that all required laboratory resources are available, accurately managed, and delivered in a timely manner to support scientific operations.
Acting as the central interface between Scientific Research Teams and Laboratory Services, you will help enable seamless lab operations and ensure researchers can focus fully on scientific discovery. This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to a world-class research environment and support critical scientific advancements.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Act as the key interface between Scientific Research Teams and Laboratory Services (ULS/Vertex) at the Oxford site
Identify daily laboratory priorities and align operational support accordingly
Attend scientific meetings to understand experimental needs, timelines, and resource requirements
Manage specialty consumables stockrooms (onsite and offsite), ensuring optimal availability and organisation
Handle ordering, receiving, storage, rotation, and cycle counting of laboratory inventory
Coordinate special orders and liaise with external vendors and suppliers
Track backorders, supply availability, and delivery timelines, ensuring proactive communication with stakeholders
Support laboratory media preparation and coordination of commercially procured materials
Oversee management of chemicals, reagents, consumables, and biological materials for lab operations
Act as a key point of contact for EHSS, ensuring compliance with safety standards and promoting best practices
Support PPE availability and coordinate with vendors (including lab coat services)
Manage inbound and outbound shipments, including sample and material logistics
Support aliquoting, preparation, and dispensing of laboratory materials
Follow SOPs, best practices, and site-specific work instructions to ensure compliance and consistency
Analyse operational data with site leadership and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Support implementation of process improvements across laboratory services operations
Ensure inventory accuracy and adherence to site metrics and reporting requirements
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Previous experience in a laboratory, biotech, pharmaceutical, or scientific support environment
Strong teamwork and communication skills, with ability to interact across all organisational levels
Good understanding of health, safety, and environmental requirements in laboratory settings
Strong organisational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
Ability to work independently while contributing to team objectives
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
Experience with inventory management systems and laboratory support tools
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to support process improvements
Adaptable, proactive, and service-oriented mindset
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
5+ years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or laboratory-based environments
Relevant scientific degree (Biology, Chemistry, or related discipline)
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Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials
Job Description
Laboratory Services Coordinator
LOCATION
Oxford, United Kingdom
POSITION SUMMARY
The Laboratory Services Coordinator at Thermo Fisher Scientific will play a key role in coordinating Laboratory Management processes at our Oxford Research site. This position ensures that all required laboratory resources are available, accurately managed, and delivered in a timely manner to support scientific operations.
Acting as the central interface between Scientific Research Teams and Laboratory Services, you will help enable seamless lab operations and ensure researchers can focus fully on scientific discovery. This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to a world-class research environment and support critical scientific advancements.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Act as the key interface between Scientific Research Teams and Laboratory Services (ULS/Vertex) at the Oxford site
Identify daily laboratory priorities and align operational support accordingly
Attend scientific meetings to understand experimental needs, timelines, and resource requirements
Manage specialty consumables stockrooms (onsite and offsite), ensuring optimal availability and organisation
Handle ordering, receiving, storage, rotation, and cycle counting of laboratory inventory
Coordinate special orders and liaise with external vendors and suppliers
Track backorders, supply availability, and delivery timelines, ensuring proactive communication with stakeholders
Support laboratory media preparation and coordination of commercially procured materials
Oversee management of chemicals, reagents, consumables, and biological materials for lab operations
Act as a key point of contact for EHSS, ensuring compliance with safety standards and promoting best practices
Support PPE availability and coordinate with vendors (including lab coat services)
Manage inbound and outbound shipments, including sample and material logistics
Support aliquoting, preparation, and dispensing of laboratory materials
Follow SOPs, best practices, and site-specific work instructions to ensure compliance and consistency
Analyse operational data with site leadership and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Support implementation of process improvements across laboratory services operations
Ensure inventory accuracy and adherence to site metrics and reporting requirements
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Previous experience in a laboratory, biotech, pharmaceutical, or scientific support environment
Strong teamwork and communication skills, with ability to interact across all organisational levels
Good understanding of health, safety, and environmental requirements in laboratory settings
Strong organisational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
Ability to work independently while contributing to team objectives
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
Experience with inventory management systems and laboratory support tools
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to support process improvements
Adaptable, proactive, and service-oriented mindset
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
5+ years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or laboratory-based environments
Relevant scientific degree (Biology, Chemistry, or related discipline)
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