Laboratory Coordinator Jobs

Laboratory Coordinator jobs are open across healthcare, pharmaceuticals, research institutions, and universities, at every level from entry-level to senior, with specializations in clinical operations, research administration, and quality assurance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles127+
Top stateTexas
Top employerUniversity of Arizona
Top cityDallas, TX
Work type84% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Regulatory Affairs Coordinator I - Koo Laboratory
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Regulatory Affairs Coordinator I - Koo Laboratory
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.
Boston, Massachusetts
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Project Management
$20.16 - $29.01/hr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Laboratory Point of Care Coordinator
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Laboratory Point of Care Coordinator
UNC Health
Hendersonville, North Carolina
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
On-Site
Medical Laboratory Scientist Certification
10,000+

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Laboratory Coordinator I - Chemistry
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Laboratory Coordinator I - Chemistry
Univeristy Of Colorado Boulder
Boulder, Colorado
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Support
Laboratory Science
Master's degree in chemistry

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Laboratory Operations Coordinator Associate
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Laboratory Operations Coordinator Associate
Pace Labs
Indianapolis, Indiana
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$25 - $28/hr
Experience equivalent to degree accepted

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Medical Laboratory Coordinator
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Medical Laboratory Coordinator
Sunrise Medical Laboratories
Brooklyn, New York
Business Development
Program Management
Project Management
$19 - $22/hr
On-Site
Associate's degree in healthcare administration
501-1,000

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Laboratory Coordinator Job Market

Who's Hiring

University of Arizona4 open roles
Medical City Healthcare3 open roles
Johns Hopkins University3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education
  • Medical Devices
  • Science & Research
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in laboratory coordinator jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in a life science, biology, chemistry, or a related field
  • Experience coordinating laboratory operations, scheduling, or supply inventory management
  • Familiarity with CLIA, CAP, or ISO laboratory quality and compliance standards
  • Proficiency with laboratory information management systems or electronic data entry platforms
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-departmental coordination
  • Experience with safety protocols including OSHA standards and chemical hygiene practices

Tips for Your Laboratory Coordinator Job Search

Tailor your resume to lab workflows

Highlight specific laboratory information systems, inventory platforms, and quality control protocols you've managed. Hiring managers for laboratory coordinator roles skim for concrete systems experience, so naming the tools you've used outperforms vague claims about organizational skills.

Lead with compliance and accreditation experience

Many postings require familiarity with CAP, CLIA, or ISO standards. If you've supported an accreditation audit or helped a lab maintain certification, put that near the top of your resume. Generic lab experience won't surface those details on its own.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists laboratory coordinator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings by lab type and setting

Clinical labs at hospitals, academic research labs, and commercial testing labs hire laboratory coordinators for different reasons. Read each posting for the primary environment and match your cover letter language to that setting's pace, compliance needs, and team structure.

Prepare for scenario-based interview questions

Interviewers frequently test how you'd handle a reagent shortage, a failed equipment calibration, or a sudden staffing gap. Walk through one real example for each scenario type before your interview so your answers are specific, not theoretical.

Negotiate start dates around certification timelines

If you're completing a certification such as a Clinical Laboratory Phlebotomist credential or a lab safety course, ask about a start date that lets you arrive fully credentialed. Employers prefer candidates who arrive ready rather than onboarding during a credentialing gap.

Laboratory Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most laboratory coordinators?

The companies hiring the most laboratory coordinators right now include University of Arizona, Medical City Healthcare, and Johns Hopkins University, with the largest share of openings in Texas, New York, and Arizona, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems and contract research organizations tend to post the highest volume of these roles year-round.

How many laboratory coordinator jobs are remote?

About 16% of laboratory coordinator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most lab environments. Administrative sub-functions like scheduling, documentation management, and regulatory reporting are the areas most likely to support remote or hybrid arrangements.

How do you become a laboratory coordinator?

Start with a bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or a closely related life science. Build hands-on experience as a lab technician or research assistant so you understand daily lab operations before moving into a coordination role. Pursue a quality or safety certification to strengthen your application, then target coordinator postings that match your specific lab setting, whether clinical, academic, or commercial.

Can you get a laboratory coordinator job with little or no direct experience?

Yes, entry-level laboratory coordinator roles exist, particularly in academic and research settings that hire recent graduates. Emphasize any lab coursework, research assistant positions, or internships where you managed materials, maintained records, or supported scheduling. Certifications in laboratory safety or quality management can offset limited professional experience and signal readiness to employers screening early-career candidates.

What does the laboratory coordinator interview process look like?

The process typically starts with a phone or video screen focused on your lab background and familiarity with compliance standards. A hiring manager interview follows, often including scenario questions about equipment failures, supply shortfalls, or staff coordination challenges. Some employers add a practical component or a panel interview with lab staff before extending an offer.

Where can I find and apply to laboratory coordinator jobs?

You can find and apply to laboratory coordinator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to each listing without being redirected through additional sign-up steps.

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