Lab Operations Associate

BIOCYTOGEN LLC; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Reimbursement Accounts

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short & Long Term Disability Insurance

401K with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Days & Holidays

Job summary

BIOCYTOGEN seeks a Lab Manager to lead day-to-day lab operations, inventory control, and equipment maintenance within a fast-paced pharmacology/biotech setting. The role collaborates with scientists to meet study needs and ensure compliant lab practices.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of lab management experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency in Excel/Word, with a readiness to learn new software and manage procurement across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in life sciences with at least 2 years of lab management experience.
• Experience managing laboratory operations, equipment maintenance, and records.
• Familiarity with lab safety policies and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support to ensure smooth operation of laboratories and animal facility.
• Manage laboratory operations, equipment maintenance, lab safety procedures, and records.
• Organize lab inventories and records across multiple locations.
• Procure essential lab supplies from certified vendors and maintain records.
• Research alternate suppliers and obtain quotes for better logistics and pricing.
• Build and manage lab operations team when necessary.
• Support projects and act as emergency coordinator for equipment troubleshooting.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication

Multi-tasking

Willingness to learn new software

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in life sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a lab manager in fast pace growing Pharmacology and CRO company. You will be a strong fit for this position if you have experience in managing laboratory and have worked in biotechnology process development. We are looking for a self-directed, well-organized individual who enjoys working with scientists to understand their study and technical needs.

Job Responsibility:

• Provide day-to-day support to ensure a smooth and efficient operation of the laboratories and animal facility.
• Manage several laboratory operations, equipment and device maintenance, lab safety procedures, and records keeping.
• Digital organization and routine maintenance of lab inventories including but not limited to cell stock banking records and sample storage records in multiple locations.
• Manage and order essential lab supplies in a timely manner from certified vendors; keep clear records of all associated transactions.
• Research for alternative suppliers or get quotes for better logistics and pricing.
• Build and manage lab operations team when necessary.
• Provide support and help for projects when necessary.
• Serve as an emergency coordinator to process lab equipment troubleshooting.

• Desire to work in a research laboratory setting
• Bachelor or master’s degrees in the life science or relevant field with a minimum of 2 years’ lab management experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, especially Excel, Word
• Experience with laboratory supply/resupply, procurement and inventory management systems is a plus
• Demonstrate understanding of essential lab management records and files in biotech company
• Awareness of industrial safety and ability to effectively adhere to lab policies
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to multi-task
• Ability to learn new management software when needed

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Days & Holidays

BIOCYTOGEN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities at BIOCYTOGEN BOSTON CORP are based upon one’s qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, veteran status, military status, disability, mental illness, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy governs all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, selection, job assignment, promotions, transfers, compensation, discipline, termination, layoff, access to benefits and training, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.