Biotech Lab Operations Lead

Blackbird Laboratories; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health/Dental/Vision

401k

Job summary

Blackbird Laboratories in Baltimore seeks a hands-on Lab Operations professional to manage day-to-day lab activities and support functions for the BioHub. The role requires coordinating equipment maintenance, onboarding residents, and ensuring safety and compliance in a busy incubator environment.

You will report to the Director of Lab Operations and work onsite Monday–Friday with some after-hours support when needed. Strong teamwork and communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years hands-on laboratory experience, preferably in molecular biology/biochemistry space.
• Understanding of EHS regulations applicable to biological laboratories and BSL2 requirements.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve equipment and facility issues with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional communication, organizational and prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

• Be a steward of Resident experience in Blackbird BioHub.
• Coordinate instrument maintenance, calibration, and PM records.
• Support onboarding/offboarding of resident companies and employees.
• Maintain safety, housekeeping, and SDS/chemical inventories.
• Support planning and execution of facility modifications and upgrades.

Skills

Laboratory operations

Biosafety awareness

Equipment troubleshooting

Communication

Risk assessment

Teamwork

MS Office

Safety protocols

Job description

Blackbird Laboratories in Baltimore seeks a hands-on Lab Operations professional to manage day-to-day lab activities and support functions for the BioHub. The role requires coordinating equipment maintenance, onboarding residents, and ensuring safety and compliance in a busy incubator environment.

You will report to the Director of Lab Operations and work onsite Monday–Friday with some after-hours support when needed. Strong teamwork and communication are essential for success.