DST Lab Operations Specialist

Role: DST Operations and Equipment Specialist responsible for managing laboratory infrastructure, equipment, and shared resources supporting high-throughput assay development and screening. Responsibilities include overseeing equipment lifecycle, optimizing utilization, coordinating maintenance, managing vendor relationships, and leading operational excellence initiatives. The role involves cross-functional collaboration with Research Operations, Facilities, Procurement, and IT to ensure lab readiness, compliance, safety, and continuous improvement. Qualifications: 5+ years supporting laboratory operations in biotech/pharma, with a BS in Life Sciences or related field; or 3+ years with an MS and 5-8 years total experience. Skills include expertise in laboratory instrumentation, automation, LIMS, and equipment management, preferably with high-throughput screening or assay development background. High-value details: experience with laboratory automation platforms (e.g., Thermo Fisher, Beckman Coulter), lab infrastructure planning, and operational excellence methodologies. Leadership responsibilities include fostering inclusion, developing talent, and empowering teams. Work setup: not specified; likely on-site based on operational nature.