Lab and Logistics Coordinator

NanoVation Therapeutics is a pioneer in the design and creation of lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) for nucleic acid delivery. NanoVation’s LNP technologies aim to overcome the limitations of existing nucleic acid delivery approaches, including the ability to target tissues outside the liver (extrahepatic delivery).   

NanoVation partners with leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies to develop genetic medicines for previously untreatable diseases. NanoVation's toolbox offers a "one-stop-shop" IP portfolio for LNP-based genetic medicine development, with comprehensive solutions spanning novel lipid designs, RNA modifications and LNP compositions.    
  
We are building our team and looking for highly motivated individuals to deliver tomorrow's genetic medicines, today. For more information, please visit nanovationtx.com. 

Position Summary

NanoVation Therapeutics (NVTx) is looking for a collaborative and solution-focused Lab and Logistics Coordinator to join our team.

Reporting to our Lab Manager, our Lab and Logistics Coordinator plays a central role in ensuring that NanoVation’s R&D environment is safe, efficient, and ready to accelerate the development of innovative genetic medicines through our global partnerships. Working closely with our Scientific and Operations teams, this individual coordinates lab supplies, waste disposal, specialized shipments, receiving, and other operational tasks including maintenance of lab equipment and facilities. 

Our ideal candidate is a strong communicator and a flexible multitasker who enjoys taking on a variety of work.  This role offers the opportunity to learn and grow in a life sciences operational role.  

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Lab Operations

• Monitors lab consumables inventory levels and reorders when needed

• Engages with vendors to obtain quotes and negotiate pricing for lab consumables and supplies 

• Stows, restocks, and organizes inventory

• Replenishes dry ice, cryogens, and compressed gasses 

• Coordinates chemical and biohazard waste disposal

• Supports the coordination of facilities and lab equipment maintenance services 

• Assists with basic lab equipment operation

Outbound Logistics

• Acts as the primary point of contact for coordination of specialized laboratory shipments to partners and collaborators, ensuring timely delivery and receipt 

• Assesses shipment requirements and plans appropriately

• Accurately completes shipping and customs documentation 

• Packages and arranges pickup for shipments

• Monitors shipments, communicates changes in status, and resolves issues that arise in transit

• Monitors and maintains an adequate supply of shipping materials

Receiving & Inbound Logistics 

• Acts as the primary point of contact for incoming shipments and deliveries

• Monitors inbound shipments and orders, resolves any issues ahead of delivery 

• Receives and unpacks inbound shipments and deliveries, confirms the correct receipt of goods, reconciles to POs to packing slips, and stocks goods in appropriate locations

• Communicates any shipment discrepancies with the requestor and Finance team
• Updates chemical inventory and SDS management software as required

• Monitors shipments, communicates changes in status, and resolves issues that arise in transit

• Monitors and maintains an adequate supply of shipping material

Continuous Improvement Implementation

• Works with the operations team to implement continuous improvement projects 

• Identifies opportunities to enhance efficiency and streamline workflows

Education & Experience Required:

• 1-2+ years of lab experience with a focus on operations and/or logistics 

• WHIMIS certification and experience with BSL-1/2

• Experience with shipping software, customs documentation, and specialized shipments including temperature control and TDG

• Experience and ability to safely and confidently lift and move up to 35 lbs.

• Experience working with chemical inventory management software is an asset

• Experience working in Smartsheet is an asset

• Strong communication skills, both written and oral: Communicates with respectful, honest, open, and objective communication.

• Initiative: Proactively looks for opportunities for the company, myself, and my peers.

• Innovative: Proactively learns, adapts and generates new ideas individually and as a team member.

• Solution Oriented: Proactively looks for soutions and comes to the table with assessments and solutions for the company, myself, and my peers.

• Flexibility:  Proactively plans ahead and is open to a variety of options and embraces change.

• Lifelong Learner: Continuous learning and sharing of knowledge.  Being curiosity-driven; looks for and finds the answers, collaboratively.

What we offer 

Your Total Rewards package will include many components, including: 

• Salary range $64,000 - $74,000 (Your employment offer will be determined based on many factors as part of our total rewards package.) 

• Employee benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, ADD and our Employee Assistance Program 

• Bonus eligibility 

• Generous vacation time

• Generous sick leave

• Company Stock Options 

• Annual professional development budget

How to Apply

To submit your application, please apply through our career portal https://ats.rippling.com/nanovation-careers/jobs. We would like to thank all applicants who apply.  Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or age.