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Tempus

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 ...

The University of Chicago

Lab/Project Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

Coordinates day-to-day lab operations, including participant recruitment, scheduling, and data collection across multiple ongoing projects. * Supports experiment design and implementation across lab ...

Volks Resources

Marketing Coordinator

West Chicago, IL · On-site

Review and verify samples, color chips, and project components prior to shipment. • Project & Operations Coordination Partner with Colorworks team members and lab personnel to ensure efficient and ...

IMC

Lab Technician

Chicago, IL · On-site

$19.50 - $26/hr

... coordinating inventory and logistics, and maintaining the lab infrastructure used to test next ... What You'll DoTesting & Hardware Operations * Commission, inspect, and document circuit boards and ...

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As of Aug 19, 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.

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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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Pathology Lab Coordinator I

Tempus

Chicago, IL • On-site

$23.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted yesterday

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 Pathology Lab Coordinator who will be responsible for the coordination between our lab, pathologists, and business teams across Tempus
What You'll Do:
  • Work with pathologists and histotechnologists to ensure efficient patient testing workflows for clinical specimens
  • Abstract clinical data accurately and efficiently from patient documents
  • Support multiple workflows including pathology review and IHC review
  • Serve as a liaison between Pathology team and other teams across Tempus
  • Utilize creative thinking to industrialize team operational processes
  • Responsible for troubleshooting, auditing sample progress, and reconciliation of lab specimens
  • Expected to follow all lab protocols

Qualifications:
  • 4 year college degree, in a Biological Science, including classes in anatomy and/or molecular biology
  • Prior Pathology or Histotechnology Lab experience, with anatomy experience highly preferred
  • Knowledge of medical terminology is highly preferred
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining professionalism
  • Ability to communicate effectively with teams across Tempus in person and email.
  • Highly organized and systematic, superb attention to detail and ability to complete tasks with a high degree of accuracy
  • Show initiative in a fast paced environment
  • Desire to work as part of a high-level team while working independently on mission-critical tasks
  • Strong note taking skills and/or experience transcribing spoken word to text
  • General office equipment and software knowledge and computer proficiency, including Mac OS

Candidates must be able to work the assigned shift. Please note that shift assignment is based on technical level, experience, and current business needs.
- Wed-Sat (9am-7:30pm)
- Tues-Wed/Fri-Sat (9am-7:30pm)
CHI: $23.25
The expected salary range above is applicable if the role is performed from Illinois and may vary for other locations (California, Colorado, New York). 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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