Job Type: Contract

Job Category: IT

Job Description

Job Title: Benchtop Lead
Location: Boston, MA (100% Onsite)
Long Term Contract

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Benchtop Lead to oversee laboratory operations and support day-to-day activities involving benchtop instruments and workflows. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience managing laboratory equipment, leading small teams, ensuring compliance with SOPs and safety protocols, and supporting scientific research or diagnostic operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the lead point of contact for all benchtop instruments and lab workflows.
• Manage and maintain laboratory equipment, including calibration, troubleshooting, and routine maintenance.
• Supervise and coordinate work across a small team of lab technicians or scientists.
• Develop, update, and ensure compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers to support assay development, experiments, or production processes.
• Track inventory and ensure availability of lab supplies and reagents.
• Maintain detailed documentation of lab activities, instrument logs, and maintenance records.
• Train new team members on equipment use and lab procedures.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in a laboratory environment with hands-on benchtop instrumentation.
• Experience leading or mentoring a small lab-based team.
• Strong understanding of GxP, lab safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in lab documentation and data handling.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in a biotech, pharmaceutical, diagnostics, or research lab.
• Familiarity with automation, LIMS systems, or electronic lab notebooks (ELNs).
• Experience supporting R&D or clinical workflows.

Required Skills