Lab and Facility Manager

The Lab Manager will work closely with both the research and administration teams, and will be responsible for managing the daily operations of the lab. The Lab Manager will develop and implement processes to improve efficiency, reduce waste and increase productivity. Responsibilities Optimize and maintain processes to manage common lab supplies, stock inventory, and order lab consumables and labware Prepare and maintain custom reagent stocks (e.g. chemically competent bacterial cells) Ensure appropriate and timely common lab equipment purchasing, integration and services, including price negotiation, purchasing, installation, calibration, preventative maintenance, repairs, service contract renewal, and software and hardware upgrades Maintain equipment management system, including updating databases when equipment is installed, modified, replaced or decommissioned Work with Accounting to tag all lab assets Work with vendors or safety consultants regarding LockOut/TagOut procedures Oversee planning and set‑up of new lab equipment and lab spaces Maintain order and cleanliness of lab spaces and equipment Responsible for shipping of biological material both national and international. Coordinate fridge and freezer storage organization and maintenance Oversee lab safety and regulatory compliance, including tracking of chemicals and hazardous materials and enforcing PPE policy and lab safety rules Oversee the environmental health and safety (EHS) program in the lab, assist safety professionals and licensing agencies, and interface with building facility representatives for facilities‑related matters Develop, implement, and manage record keeping systems for service contracts, MTAs, and other documentation Fulfill other tasks as directed by the manager to assist research teams with relevant project needs Requirements Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology or a related field, and 5+ years of relevant experience working in lab management or scientific operations Experience with procurement of lab common supplies, lab inventory management system, and working with external vendors and CROs is required Expertise in contract/quotation negotiations, shipping/receiving is required Knowledge of lab safety and OSHA regulations and safety training is required; Experience with permitting, training, and reporting requirements as set forth by local, state, and federal regulations is preferred Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills are required Experience of optimizing and centralizing processes across groups is preferred Experience with 5”S” or Lean principles is preferred Experience with molecular cloning, bacterial and cell culture, protein expression and purification is a plus #J-18808-Ljbffr DynamiCure Biotechnology