Laboratory Assistant

Schrodinger, a technology leader specializing in software solutions for life science research and development, is seeking a Facilities & Operations, Laboratory Assistant for an immediate permanent position reporting to the Facilities Manager, who is based in NYC. This position requires in-office attendance, Monday through Friday, 9AM-5PM. 

Work Locations:  Framingham, Massachusetts. 

Responsibilities will include: 

• Organizing, stocking and maintaining of the lab and office storage areas, including receiving, tracking and unpacking deliveries 
• Helping to develop, update, and coordinate lab supply inventory systems and processes
• Light ongoing organization and tidying of lab to maintain optimal working environment 
• Packaging and preparing domestic and international paperwork shipments for FedEx, DHL, and World Courier, as well as local couriers
• Assisting lab manager with routine maintenance and documentation 
• Interacting with, developing, and maintaining positive vendor relationships relating to laboratory goods and services 
• Collaborating with existing Senior Office and Lab Management team members to brainstorm events, effective department procedures, and new ideas related to office and laboratory life 
• Occasional assistance with light office-related tasks as needed including assistance in moving of furniture, setting up/cleaning up special events; Coverage of critical office-related tasks in the absence of office management staff, including managing meals and coffee service.
• Monthly expense report management

The successful candidate will: 

• Anticipate the needs of the laboratory, thinking one step ahead. 
• Pride themselves on their punctuality
• Be extremely detail-oriented and highly organized; having a knack for using limited space well while keeping areas safely arranged. 
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Ask questions, practice good judgment, and protect any and all sensitive and confidential material and matters. 
• Be proficient in using the Google Suite, including Gmail, Gcal, Sheets and Docs. Additional computer programs are a plus. 
• Have a great sense of humor, flexible personality, "can-do" attitude and ability to work well both independently and as part of a team. 

Qualification Requirements:

• Prior experience in scientific laboratories with an interest in or passion for natural sciences
• Ability to lift and move at least 50 pounds, including desks and boxes.
• Ability to assemble and move furniture and lab equipment

Pay and perks:

Schrodinger understands it's people that make a company great. Because of this, we're prepared to offer a competitive salary, stock options, and a wide range of benefits that include healthcare (with dental and vision), a 401k, pre-tax commuter benefits, a flexible work schedule, and a parental leave program. We have catered meals in the office every day, a company culture that is relaxed but engaged, and over a month of paid vacation time.  Our Administrative and Human Resources departments also plan a myriad of fun company-wide events. New York is home to our largest office, but we have teams all over the world. Schrodinger is honored to have been selected as one of Crain's New York Best Places to Work for the past three years running.

Sound exciting? Apply today and join us!

As an equal opportunity employer, Schrodinger hires outstanding individuals into every position in the company. People who work with us have a high degree of engagement, a commitment to working effectively in teams, and a passion for the company's mission. We place the highest value on creating a safe environment where our employees can grow and contribute, and refuse to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious belief, sex, age, disability, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. To us, "diversity" isn't just a buzzword, but an important element of our core principles and key business practices. We believe that diverse companies innovate better and think more creatively than homogenous ones because they take into account a wide range of viewpoints. For us, greater diversity doesn't mean better headlines or public images - it means increased adaptability and profitability.