Laboratory Operations Specialist

2 days ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia BGI Genomics Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year
  • The Lab Operations Specialist role is an Entry-level position. Candidates with lab related experience, or outstanding fresh graduates, are considered.
  • Fluency in English and Mandarin is a Must-have.

Expand your horizons and bring the technology closer to people with BGI #OMICSFORALL

BGI Genomics was founded in 1999 with the vision of using genomics to benefit mankind and has since become the largest genomic life science organization in the world. With a focus on research and applications in the healthcare, agriculture, conservation, and environmental fields, BGI has a proven track record of innovative, high-profile research, which has generated over 4,000 publications, many in top-tier journals such as Nature and Science. BGI now operating and serving customers in more than 100 countries and areas and with around 10,000 employees all over the world.

Our mission
is to transform people's lives for the better. We don't hesitate to take bold decisions that can help us to achieve new breakthroughs. We believe that the success of our business will mean a better world for people to live in.

Our message
to the world is simple – make everyone's life healthier and longer with help of BGI.

Why joining us?

Here at BGI we bring the most talented and dedicated to science and business professionals to act as one to deliver the outstanding technology and services to people.

Our multicultural team is engaged in a challenging work that brings satisfaction and unlimited professional growth. We keep learning and upgrading ourselves, we support each other in order to achieve the best result.

Why do we want you?

We invite to partner only the best experts who will work side by side promoting BGI's values, products and services. And that's why, we are confident that your business expertise and deep knowledge of genomics will help us deliver our message to the world and build strong relationship with a community.

Your duties as
Laboratory Operations Specialist
*include but are not limited to the following:*

  • Prepare, process, analyze, and store genetic or tissue samples accurately according to SOPs and laboratory quality standards.
  • Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments, including biosafety cabinets, incubators, centrifuges, sequencers, and other specialized equipment; coordinate external maintenance and calibration services when needed.
  • Assist in drafting, reviewing, and optimizing SOPs and laboratory protocols to improve workflow efficiency, quality, and scalability of operations.
  • Maintain laboratory inventories, place purchase orders, track deliveries, and liaise with vendors to ensure smooth and uninterrupted operations.
  • Oversee daily laboratory activities, including safety compliance, facility management, and preparation for internal or external audits.
  • Provide guidance and operational support to new laboratory staff, including safety induction, SOP training, and hands-on mentoring.
  • Assist with company-level administrative tasks such as documentation, record keeping, meeting coordination, office procurement, and cross-department communication.
  • Facilitate cross-functional collaboration between laboratory and corporate teams, contribute to process improvements, and support initiatives that enhance overall operational efficiency.

The successful candidates for this position are able to demonstrate:、

  • A Bachelor degree in Biotechnology or an equivalent science qualification;
  • Relevant laboratory experience and skills.
  • Knowledge and experience in genetics and genomics with special emphasis on next generation sequencing, high-throughput genotyping;
  • Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills combined with the ability to investigate and resolve general issues within the laboratory environment
  • Demonstrated ability to follow and adhere to policies and practices and understand quality management system requirements
  • Excellent data entry skills including high attention to detail and data accuracy
  • Experience in managing and performing laboratory-based activities from multiple research projects;
  • A positive can-do attitude and commitment to producing high level performance outcomes
  • Proficient in English and Mandarin

Here at BGI we value people and consider our employees as partners. Transparent, fair and friendly environment is what we created here. Agile approach in management is what we implement here and we give each partner enough independence as well as guidance. We take care of our partners' physical and mental health and we are dedicated to the life-work balance corporate culture.

Not only do we bring genomics closer to people, we also participate in various charity programs, advocate nature preservation, and support equality. We condemn any discrimination and committed to giving job opportunity to everyone regardless of sex, race, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status etc.

Let's move to the brighter and more equal future together and deliver
#Omicsforall


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