Lab Operations Lead — Regulated Science & Compliance

Tci Co., Ltd; California (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Performance-based incentives and bonus opportunities

Job summary

A leading life sciences company is seeking a Lab Manager to oversee daily laboratory operations and lead a team. This role involves managing microbiological and chemical testing, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and driving laboratory excellence from sample receipt through reporting. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field, along with 3–5 years of laboratory experience and proven leadership skills. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on laboratory experience, including 1–2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Demonstrated experience managing lab personnel, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management.
• Experience operating, maintaining, and calibrating laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily laboratory activities and workflows.
• Ensure testing is conducted accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with internal protocols.
• Supervise, train, schedule, and evaluate laboratory staff.

Skills

Laboratory safety practices

Quality control procedures

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or a related scientific field

Tools

LIMS

Excel

Word

Job description

A leading life sciences company is seeking a Lab Manager to oversee daily laboratory operations and lead a team. This role involves managing microbiological and chemical testing, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and driving laboratory excellence from sample receipt through reporting. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field, along with 3–5 years of laboratory experience and proven leadership skills. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.