Lab & Facilities Manager

About GRO

GRO Biosciences ("GRObio") is redefining therapeutics by leveraging new protein building blocks to transform treatment for countless patients. Our groundbreaking science expands the amino acid alphabet to deliver on the promise of protein-based therapies. Our GRO platform creates novel proteins with an expanded alphabet of non-standard amino acids (NSAAs), providing therapeutic modalities that were previously impossible. We're applying our cutting-edge science to advance partnered and collaborative programs, as well as our own pipeline of unique NSAA therapeutics with the promise of unprecedented potency, stability, and immunotolerance.

We're building a team of innovators who want to apply their talents and work ethic to solve problems in healthcare that were once considered impossible. We are passionate, innovative, and believe in building something revolutionary with near limitless possibilities to improve health outcomes for patients. GRObio has an inclusive work environment that celebrates diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and approaches to science and business. We believe that creating an open and welcoming work culture fuels our innovation and opens broader opportunities for our company.

The Role

As our Lab & Facilities Manager, you will be the cornerstone of our internal laboratory operations, reporting directly to the Associate Director of Biofoundry. Your leadership will guide our team, ensuring seamless lab operations and fostering a culture of excellence. You will oversee day-to-day activities, manage operational support staff, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Secondarily, you will collaborate with the Chief Science Officer to coordinate future moves to new facilities, contributing to the long-term vision of the company. Your role will be pivotal in maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of our lab, supporting our mission to transform healthcare through innovative protein-based therapeutics.



Key Responsibilities

• Manage part- and full-time operations employees.
• Coordinate operations employees on routine lab support as needed (e..g, dish washing, autoclaving, media prep, etc.)
• Maintain inventory of common-use research products. Work with accounting to reconcile all lab purchase that have been delivered.
• Basic lab training, focused on safety, hygiene, and best practices. Enforce company and facility safety regulations. Attend regular facility-led safety meetings.
• Manage regular (monthly) lab cleanings by the team.
• Maintain equipment and instruments in good working order; coordinate service contracts, preventative maintenance and repairs with vendors and staff.
• Assist team with installation/relocation of equipment.
• Act as a liaison with building landlord regarding work orders and repairs.
• Coordinate moves between facilities by being a central resource for the moving team.
• Must be available to respond to emergency calls during off hours, assess, and coordinate an applicable response. This position is considered essential staff, requiring site presence during emergencies.
  
  

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience managing a lab space.
• Experience with research science and good knowledge of basic laboratory techniques.
• Professional experience managing a dynamic research environment.
• Knowledge of safety guidelines and compliance with local/state/federal guidelines for biological laboratory environments.
• Experience with facilities management (electrical, HVAC, plumbing, etc.) is a plus.
• Experience maintaining scientific equipment (AKTA FPLCs, autoclaves, incubators) is a plus.
• Ability to work with and manage a variety of personality types and drive willful compliance to critical protocols/processes.
• Willingness to get hands dirty when issues invariably arise.
• Good detail tracking and ability to multi-task.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Able to climb and be on your feet for extended periods of time
• Lift up to 60 pounds
• Climb ladders and stools
• Stamina for prolonged or short-term physical exertion