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Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) is a world-renowned research and educational institution with programs in cancer, neuroscience, plant biology, and quantitative biology. We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable candidate to join our Logistics team. 

This role plays a critical part in ensuring the smooth operation of all shipping, receiving, and mailroom functions across our organization. The Logistics Specialist is responsible the efficient, accurate, and timely handling of inbound and outbound shipments, internal deliveries, and mail operations. If you're a proactive problem-solver with logistics experience and a commitment to service excellence, we’d love to meet you.

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments, log items in inventory systems.
• Prepare, label, and document outbound shipments and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with carriers (FedEx, UPS, DHL, freight) for pickups and deliveries.
• Track outbound shipments and confirm receipt when necessary.
• Collect and sort incoming mail and packages; distribute them across departments.
• Weigh, address, and apply postage to outgoing mail using automated or manual processes.
• Deliver outgoing mail to postal facilities as needed.
• Support employees with authorized personal shipments.
• Pick, stage, and deliver inventory to departments based on internal requests.
• Receive, organize, and store materials and supplies according to inventory procedures.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other material handling equipment safely.
• Maintain inventory of shipping supplies and reorder stock as needed.
• Ensure the warehouse is clean, secure, and organized Optimized for efficient workflow.
• Assist with initial warehouse setup, layout adjustments, and reorganization as operational needs evolve.
• Adhere to safety standards and regulations (DOT, OSHA, IATA).
• Maintain accurate records for all shipping, receiving, and mail activities.
• Participate in safety training, report incidents and hazards promptly.
• Follow all internal operational and safety policies.
• Monitor and replenish stock of shipping materials and supplies.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned by the Manager, Shipping & Receiving, or Senior Shipping & Receiving Clerk.

Education: High School diploma or equivalent (required); Associate degree or logistics-related certification (preferred).

Experience: 3-5 years of relevant experience in shipping, receiving, mailroom, or warehouse/logistics operations is preferred.

Other: Certified operator of forklifts, material handling equipment and Valid NYS Driver’s license. Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail with effective communication and customer service abilities. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand or walk for extended periods. Comfortable operating vehicles such as vans, box trucks and golf carts on public roads and campus. 

How to Apply: 

Join us and be part of a mission-driven organization where your work supports cutting-edge science and innovation! Kindly submit an online application here: Logistics Specialist Position 1686. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Environment

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is a world-renowned biomedical research institution in New York. It has shaped contemporary biomedical research and is the home of eight Nobel Prize laureates. Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory provides a highly dynamic and interactive research environment and also a unique opportunity of timely exposure to advances in various biomedical research fields and of interaction with a broad range of researchers from all over the world through its renowned Meetings and Courses program. We believe that science is for everyone, and our researchers have a wide variety of backgrounds.  

Compensation and Benefits

Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our CSHL Benefits sites to learn more. The salary range for this role is $18.97-22.34. The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity).

CSHL is an EO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. VEVRAA Federal Contractor