Emerging Lab Planner - Life Sciences Design

Gilder Search Group; Missouri; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary Annual Bonus

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Job summary

LJC is seeking a Lab Planner to support planning, programming, and design of laboratory and research facilities in the life sciences sector. You will work with senior planners and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-performance, flexible, and compliant environments.

The role emphasizes developing layouts, coordinating with stakeholders, and applying regulatory and sustainability standards, with opportunities for mentorship and travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Laboratory Planning, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in laboratory planning and design within life sciences.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory typologies, equipment, operational needs, and planning strategies.
• Experience with biosafety level (BSL) laboratories and/or cleanroom environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, programming, and design of laboratory and research facilities across life sciences project types.
• Develop laboratory layouts, workflows, and space requirements for functionality, flexibility, safety, and adaptability.
• Integrate technical, operational, regulatory, and sustainability considerations into planning and design solutions.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and consultants to develop innovative laboratory designs.
• Mentor and develop junior lab planners, architects, and designers.
• Travel as required to support client engagement and planning efforts.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Presentation

Team collaboration

Laboratory planning

Life sciences knowledge

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Architecture/Laboratory Planning/Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

LJC is seeking a Lab Planner to support planning, programming, and design of laboratory and research facilities in the life sciences sector. You will work with senior planners and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-performance, flexible, and compliant environments.

The role emphasizes developing layouts, coordinating with stakeholders, and applying regulatory and sustainability standards, with opportunities for mentorship and travel.