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The Laboratory Admin will assist the Laboratory Admin Supervisor with the responsibility of everyday administration duties in the laboratory. The Laboratory Admin is responsible for reviewing final ...

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How much do laboratory administrator jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for laboratory administrator in the United States is $55,077.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,000.00 and $71,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Laboratory Administrator?

A Laboratory Administrator's daily responsibilities usually include managing lab schedules, ordering and tracking supplies, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. They often coordinate workflow between laboratory technicians, scientists, and external vendors, as well as oversee documentation and record-keeping. In addition, they may train new staff on protocols and assist with audits or inspections. This role is central to the laboratory’s efficiency and requires constant attention to detail and proactive problem-solving to keep operations running smoothly.

What is a Laboratory Administrator job?

A Laboratory Administrator is responsible for managing the daily operations of a laboratory, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and organization. Their duties often include maintaining laboratory supplies, overseeing budgets, coordinating staff schedules, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. They may also assist in regulatory compliance, documentation, and communication between lab personnel and external agencies. This role is crucial in supporting scientific research and laboratory functions by streamlining administrative and operational tasks.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Laboratory Administrator position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Laboratory Administrator, you need strong organizational abilities, knowledge of laboratory procedures, and often a background in science or laboratory management. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), inventory software, and regulatory compliance standards such as CLIA or ISO is highly valued. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills help foster smooth coordination among lab personnel and other departments. These competencies are essential to ensure efficient laboratory operations, regulatory compliance, and a safe, productive work environment.

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Infographic showing various Laboratory Administrator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,077 per year, or $26.5 per hour.

Laboratory Administrator

Kansas State University

Manhattan, KS • On-site

$60K - $75K/yr

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Job description

About This Role

Supervise and coordinate laboratory services for researchers and instructors in the Department of Grain and Food Science; monitor issues related to departmental research and instruction equipment and facilities and recommend corrective actions to the Department Head; monitor laboratory safety practices and support faculty, staff, and students in ensuring compliance; identify and supervise the execution of changes that can improve the logistical support of the departmental research facilities.

About Us

The department of Grain and Food Science is committed to providing high-quality education, advancing innovation in grain and food science research, and building strong industry partnerships to meet the evolving needs of global food systems.
Our faculty includes several current and former Grain and Food Science members who are ranked among the world's top 2% of researchers in a 2020 Stanford University study.
For more than 110 years, Kansas State University has been a global leader in flour milling and industry-focused education. Since 1951, it has remained one of the few institutions worldwide to offer four-year bachelor's degrees in Bakery Science and Management, Feed and Pet Food Science, Food Science, and Milling Science and Management.
Our internationally recognized graduate program also provides a wide range of opportunities for both applied and fundamental research, leading to master's and doctoral degrees in grain science, food science, and related fields.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Requires a bachelor's degree and one year of relevant experience. Education beyond the minimum degree requirement may count toward required experience if deemed relevant by the hiring manager.
    The degree requirement ensures candidates possess the comprehensive understanding of animal health principles, regulatory frameworks and analytical skills necessary to oversee operations, evaluate program effectiveness and design improvements. These competencies are typically developed and rigorously validated only through the comprehensive curriculum and intensive experiential experience inherent in a formal degree program.
    Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • -Bachelor's degree in food science, chemistry, engineering or related discipline
    -Master's degree in a science discipline
    -5-Years relevant experience

Additional Role Information:

  • -Valid Driver's License

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

1. KSU Page Up online application
2. Letter of Interest
3. Three contacts for references with phone numbers and email addresses listed

Application Window

Applications close on:8/16/2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$60,000.00-$75,791.00