Biotech Lab Operations Manager

Osanni Bio; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Osanni Bio, a development-stage therapeutics company in San Carlos, is seeking a Lab Manager to oversee day-to-day lab operations, inventory, procurement, equipment maintenance and safety. Reporting to a Principal Scientist, you will help plan a move to the South San Francisco/Brisbane area in six months and take on broader facilities responsibilities.

You will manage Quartzy, coordinate vendor contracts, monitor inventory, maintain calibration schedules, support onboarding, and drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or related life sciences or equivalent lab experience.
• 5+ years in laboratory operations or lab management in biotech/pharma.
• Hands-on experience with inventory systems (Quartzy) and vendor management.
• Knowledge of lab safety and regulatory compliance, hazardous waste handling, EH&S requirements.
• Familiarity with lab equipment maintenance and service coordination.
• Experience supporting facility operations like shipping/receiving or moves is a plus.
• Strong organization and communication, ability to manage multiple moving parts.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Order laboratory supplies, reagents, and equipment, monitoring requests daily and keeping shipping and receiving information up to date
• Maintain inventory levels of commonly used reagents and consumables, including shared non-MBC supplies, standardizing items and stocking practices where appropriate
• Coordinate purchasing, deliveries, vendor communications, and service contracts to keep the lab running without interruption
• Administer Quartzy, including user access, purchasing workflows, and coordination with Finance to ensure timely invoice processing and vendor payment
• Oversee laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration, repairs, and installation, including preventative maintenance schedules
• Maintain laboratory organization, cleanliness, and operational readiness, including quarterly lab and freezer cleanouts and storage management
• Manage shipping and receiving, including incoming packages, outgoing shipments, and proper handling of temperature-sensitive materials
• Help plan and execute Osanni's upcoming move to a new facility in the South San Francisco/Brisbane area, where all lab and office employees will be together in one location
• Following the move, own facility operations in the new space, including workspace optimization, general upkeep, and coordinating with the landlord and building management on maintenance needs and repairs
• Establish and maintain standards for laboratory safety and regulatory compliance, including permits, inspections, and safety documentation
• Manage hazardous materials intake and waste streams through RCT, coordinate safety training, and represent Osanni at MBC meetings in partnership with EH&S, building management, and regulatory bodies
• Support onboarding of laboratory personnel, shared equipment scheduling, and day-to-day operational needs of the research team
• Identify and implement operational improvements that increase workflow efficiency and reduce costs across the lab
• Mentor and potentially supervise future laboratory operations personnel as the organization grows
• Monitor laboratory operating expenses, support budget planning with Finance, and identify opportunities to reduce costs
• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment, ensuring deliverables are completed accurately and on time, while performing other related duties as required

Skills

Lab inventory

Vendor management

Regulatory awareness

Equipment maintenance

Facilities coordination

Onboarding support

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or related life sciences

Tools

Quartzy

Job description

Osanni Bio, a development-stage therapeutics company in San Carlos, is seeking a Lab Manager to oversee day-to-day lab operations, inventory, procurement, equipment maintenance and safety. Reporting to a Principal Scientist, you will help plan a move to the South San Francisco/Brisbane area in six months and take on broader facilities responsibilities.

You will manage Quartzy, coordinate vendor contracts, monitor inventory, maintain calibration schedules, support onboarding, and drive