Research and Operations Associate

Job description

GeneBio Systems, Inc. is a biotechnology company involved in new product development and the distribution of life science and laboratory products to customers across Canada and the United States. Our company is built on a strong scientific foundation, drawing on decades of experience in biotechnology, molecular biology, laboratory research, and laboratory supply distribution.

GeneBio is seeking an Operations Associate to support both operations and product-related activities, including receiving, shipping, logistics coordination, inventory management, invoicing support, and limited research, development, or manufacturing-related tasks as needed. This is a hands-on role focused on execution, accuracy, and teamwork, and is critical to ensuring timely, high-quality delivery of products to our customers.

This position is on-site in Burlington, Ontario, Canada, with preference given to candidates located in or near Burlington.

Key responsibilities

• Support daily warehouse operations, including receiving, picking, packing, and shipping of laboratory products.
• Prepare outbound shipments, coordinate with couriers and freight providers, and track deliveries.
• Maintain accurate inventory records, including stock levels, lot numbers, and expiry dates.
• Assist with inventory replenishment, purchasing coordination, and cycle counts.
• Support invoicing and order processing, ensuring alignment between shipments, invoices, and customer orders.
• Follow established standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to warehouse safety, organization, and quality.
• Handle and store temperature-sensitive and regulated laboratory products in accordance with guidelines.
• Identify operational issues and suggest process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Work closely with customer service, sales, and operations teams to resolve order or shipping-related questions.
• Perform other operational duties as required to support business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred, ideally BSc or MSc in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related life science discipline, preferably from a Canadian university.
• Preferably, at least 1 year of relevant experience in operations, laboratory, manufacturing, logistics, or a related environment is preferred.
• Experience with warehouse operations, shipping, logistics, or inventory management is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with laboratory products, reagents, or life science supplies is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic and reliability in day-to-day responsibilities.
• Ability to interact effectively with team members and contribute positively to a collaborative work environment.
• Demonstrated initiative and leadership in daily activities, even in a non-managerial role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with operations, finance, customer service, and sales teams.

Job type

• Full-time

Compensation & benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Bonus pay (performance-based)
• Paid time off
• On-site parking

Schedule

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work location

• In person (Burlington, Ontario)

GeneBio Systems, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Target hire date: On or before December 30, 2025

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $40,227.00-$47,080.00 per year

Application question(s):

• Do you have a BSc or MSc degree in Biology?

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person