Lab Manager – Analytical Laboratories

Scorpion Therapeutics; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

401(k) and pension

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Vacation and leave

Job summary

Scorpion Therapeutics in Indianapolis is seeking a Laboratory Operations Lead to helm day-to-day activities across analytical labs supporting process development, characterization, technology transfer, and GMP testing. You will ensure lab readiness for new programs, manage equipment lifecycles, oversee safety and quality systems, and drive data-driven improvements through digital workflows.

The role requires a BS in chemistry/biology and 5+ years in regulated pharma/biotech labs, with hands-on

Qualifications

• BS in chemistry, biology, or related scientific discipline.
• 5+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical/chemical/biotechnology/process development labs.
• Experience managing lab operations in a regulated environment.
• Ability to work safely in a lab (chemical handling, PPE, safety equipment).
• Authorized to work in the U.S. full-time (Lilly does not sponsor visas).

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of analytical laboratories supporting process development, characterization, technology transfer, GMP testing, and manufacturing support.
• Ensure lab readiness for new programs, equipment installations, method transfers, and facility expansions; develop resource plans, schedules, and capacity forecasts.
• Serve as primary escalation point for lab operational issues.
• Foster safety culture and ensure HSE compliance; maintain quality compliance and inspection readiness (support audits/inspections).
• Apply 5S and ALCOA principles to maintain an organized, compliant, inspection-ready lab.
• Oversee analytical equipment lifecycle (procurement, installation, qualification, calibration, maintenance, relocation, retirement) and manage reliability/availability.
• Manage lab assets and inventories (consumables, reagents, standards, critical materials); monitor utilization and performance metrics; drive improvements.
• Lead initiatives for productivity, automation, digitalization, and operational excellence; implement digital workflows; use data-driven metrics; promote cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Lab operations management

Regulated environment experience

Process development labs

Education

BS in chemistry, biology, or related scientific discipline

Tools

HPLC

UPLC

GC

LC-MS

Dissolution

Spectroscopy

Particle characterization

Microbiological testing

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of analytical laboratories supporting process development, characterization, technology transfer, GMP testing, and manufacturing support.
• Ensure lab readiness for new programs, equipment installations, method transfers, and facility expansions; develop resource plans, schedules, and capacity forecasts.
• Serve as primary escalation point for lab operational issues.
• Foster safety culture and ensure HSE compliance; maintain quality compliance and inspection readiness (support audits/inspections).
• Apply 5S and ALCOA principles to maintain an organized, compliant, inspection-ready lab.
• Oversee analytical equipment lifecycle (procurement, installation, qualification, calibration, maintenance, relocation, retirement) and manage reliability/availability.
• Manage lab assets and inventories (consumables, reagents, standards, critical materials); monitor utilization and performance metrics; drive improvements.
• Lead initiatives for productivity, automation, digitalization, and operational excellence; implement digital workflows; use data-driven metrics; promote cross-functional collaboration.

Required Qualifications

• BS in chemistry, biology, or related scientific discipline.
• 5+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical/chemical/biotechnology/process development labs.
• Experience managing lab operations in a regulated environment.
• Ability to work safely in a lab (chemical handling, PPE, safety equipment).
• Authorized to work in the U.S. full-time (Lilly does not sponsor visas).

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of HPLC, UPLC, GC, LC-MS, dissolution, spectroscopy, particle characterization, microbiological testing.
• Equipment qualification/validation and lifecycle management.
• LIMS/Empower/ELN/Kneat/CMMS and other lab digital systems.
• Regulatory requirements, data integrity, and quality systems; cross-functional leadership.

Benefits/Compensation (as stated)

• Anticipated wage: $65,250–$148,500; bonus eligibility; 401(k), pension, vacation, medical/dental/vision, flexible benefits, life insurance, time off/leave, well-being benefits.

Other

• On-site; 8-hour days, 5 days/week; 0–10% travel; flexible coverage for shutdowns/weekends as needed.