Biotech Lab Operations Manager

Plasmidsaurus; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Plasmidsaurus Louisville site seeks a hands-on operations professional to keep daily lab activities running smoothly, ensuring safety, efficiency, and a welcoming experience for scientists and visitors.

You will manage lab organization, inventory, equipment, and EH&S, coordinate with R&D and Procurement, and support office and facilities with a practical, proactive approach.

Relocation assistance considered for exceptional candidates.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years in laboratory operations or related roles.
• Experience with BSL2/BSL3 protocols.
• Experience coordinating vendors, equipment, and facilities.
• Experience supporting safety procedures, inspections, or EH&S activities in a lab setting.
• Startup or high-growth company experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Customer-service mindset and ability to build productive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day lab organization and readiness across Production and R&D.
• Own laboratory inventory and consumables via Quartzy; manage on-site purchasing.
• Coordinate equipment acquisition, installation, maintenance, and repairs; maintain asset list.
• Keep lab spaces organized and efficient.
• Execute BSL2 safety procedures, inspections, and documentation.
• Oversee hazardous materials, waste profiling, and storage compliance.
• Coordinate EH&S activities with Operations and trainings.
• Support lab budgeting and local operational spending.
• Coordinate deliveries and receive shipments.
• Serve as primary contact for building management and local vendors.
• Coordinate light IT logistics with the IT team.
• Welcome candidates, customers, visitors, and new hires.
• Flag and resolve site-level issues, partnering with Operations.

Skills

Lab operations

Office operations

Facilities coordination

BSL2/BSL3 protocols

Vendor coordination

EH&S

Quartzy

Procurement liaison

Inventory management

Job description

Plasmidsaurus Louisville site seeks a hands-on operations professional to keep daily lab activities running smoothly, ensuring safety, efficiency, and a welcoming experience for scientists and visitors.

You will manage lab organization, inventory, equipment, and EH&S, coordinate with R&D and Procurement, and support office and facilities with a practical, proactive approach.

Relocation assistance considered for exceptional candidates.