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Tempus

Operations Specialist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

Design and implement workflow improvements to optimize the coordination of sample and data flow across lab projects. * Summarize key operational and financial metrics into clear reports and visual ...

Tempus

Operations Specialist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

Design and implement workflow improvements to optimize the coordination of sample and data flow across lab projects. * Summarize key operational and financial metrics into clear reports and visual ...

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R&D Lab Technician II

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Pathology Lab Coordinator I

Chicago, IL · On-site

$23.25/hr

We are looking for a Pathology Lab Coordinator who will be responsible for the coordination between ... Utilize creative thinking to industrialize team operational processes * Responsible for ...

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Pathology Lab Coordinator I

Chicago, IL · On-site

$23.25/hr

We are looking for a Pathology Lab Coordinator who will be responsible for the coordination between ... Utilize creative thinking to industrialize team operational processes * Responsible for ...

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How much do lab operations coordinator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for lab operations coordinator in Chicago, IL is $25.51, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.29 and $28.70 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Lab Operations Coordinator vs Lab Technician?

AspectLab Operations CoordinatorLab Technician
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in a science or related fieldOften requires an associate degree or certification in laboratory techniques
Work EnvironmentAdministrative and coordination tasks in laboratory settingsHands-on testing and sample analysis in labs
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across healthcare, research, and industrial labs for operational supportPrimarily involved in conducting experiments and tests

The Lab Operations Coordinator focuses on managing lab workflows, scheduling, and compliance, while the Lab Technician performs the technical testing and analysis. Both roles are essential but differ in responsibilities and daily tasks.

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Clinical Operations Coordinator (Reference Lab)

Chicago, IL

Tempus
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$50K - $55K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Passionate about precision medicine and advancing the healthcare industry?

Recent advancements in underlying technology have finally made it possible for AI to impact clinical care in a meaningful way. Tempus' proprietary platform connects an entire ecosystem of real-world evidence to deliver real-time, actionable insights to physicians, providing critical information about the right treatments for the right patients, at the right time.

We are looking for a Clinical Operations Coordinator who will work with our internal lab, operations and customer success teams, as well as with equivalent teams at external reference labs.

Responsibilities:

  • Autonomously own assigned workflows for order triage and order fulfillment

  • Perform critical quality control functions in the order creation and reporting workflows

  • Work with team leadership to implement workflow improvements across various systems to ensure company growth

  • Autonomously own ad hoc processes and projects to ensure operational excellence is maintained

  • Support ongoing and future projects within the team

Qualifications:

  • 1-3 years working experience

  • 4 year college degree, preferably in Biological Sciences, Healthcare Administration, or a related field

  • Is highly organized and systematic, with superb attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and complete tasks with a high degree of accuracy

  • Persistent and resilient person who thrives in a fast-paced, highly iterative environment

  • Strong critical thinking, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills

  • Impeccable written and verbal communication skills

  • Show initiative and ability to work as part of a high-level team while working independently

Preferred qualifications:

  • Experience with quality assurance and/or compliance in an FDA-regulated industry is preferred

  • Experience with Protected Health Information (PHI)

CHI: $50,000-$55,000


The expected salary range may vary for other locations. Actual salary may vary based on qualifications and experience. Tempus offers a full range of benefits, which may include incentive compensation, restricted stock units, medical and other benefits depending on the position.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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