Our client is in search of a meticulous and organized lab manager to oversee the daily operations in our laboratories. Responsibilities may encompass a wide range of tasks including procurement, managing contracts, receiving goods, sourcing specific reagents and materials, liaising with vendors, preparing reagents, ensuring safety protocols are adhered to, coordinating equipment maintenance, and any other duties as required.
Essential Role Responsibilities
Onboard and interface with vendors, including coordinating vendor onboarding, CDAs, MTAs, etc.
Order and stock general lab supplies. Receive items ordered for the lab.
Manage liquid nitrogen and gas supplies.
Maintain chemical inventory as part of the chemical receiving process and coordinate periodic physical inventory.
Maintain equipment, certifications, and service contracts. Report fixed asset disposals to finance.
Support scientists with purchasing and setting up new equipment.
Support building & equipment repairs – work with Facilities Director, Property Manager and vendors as required.
Coordinate hazardous waste pick-ups and autoclave and dispose of biological waste per facilities guidelines.
Ensure a safe working environment and adherence to safety policies.
Coordinate materials shipping to other sites and 3rd party labs.
Manage software licenses with support of purchasing and IT department.
Other organizational and operational activities as called upon from time to time.
Opportunities to assist with bench work, commensurate with experience
Position Requirements
Minimum BS and 2+ years of experience in a laboratory environment.
Lab management experience strongly preferred. Compensation commensurate with experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
Experience with Oracle, Jaggaer, or similar procurement and contract systems preferred. Willingness and ability to quickly learn procurement and contract systems required
This position requires a hands-on individual with strong experience multitasking among numerous high priority activities. Must be a self-starter and able to work independently with minimal supervision. The candidate must be highly organized and task-driven with a proven record and attention to detail.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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