Lab Operations Manager

Eikon Therapeutics; Millbrae (CA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan with company matching

Medical, dental and vision insurance (

Mental health and wellness benefits

Paid time off & holidays

Life/AD&D Insurance (company-covered)

Parental leave benefit

Daily on-site lunch program

Job summary

Eikon Therapeutics is seeking a Lab Operations Manager to support scientists and engineers in a fast-paced setting, ensuring day-to-day lab operations run smoothly. You will coordinate with EH&S, Facilities, IT, and vendors, manage inventory and equipment, and uphold safety and documentation standards while driving continuous improvement.

The role requires a life sciences background with 6+ years in lab operations, strong organizational skills, and the ability to lead multiple priorities in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or related discipline with 6+ years in lab management or scientific operations.
• Experience with laboratory safety practices and requirements.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize day-to-day lab operations in support of science and engineering teams.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for lab operational needs with Facilities, EH&S, IT, Procurement, vendors, and scientific teams.
• Manage lab consumables and inventory including purchasing, vendor management, receiving, storage, and stocking levels.
• Manage lab equipment including installation, preventative maintenance, calibration, repairs, training, relocation, and decommissioning.
• Maintain equipment and asset records, service schedules, warranties, and vendor documentation.
• Coordinate lab support activities such as glassware washing, autoclaving, and general lab organization.
• Maintain cell culture lab environments including cleaning of BSCs, water baths, incubators, and shared equipment.
• Manage laboratory gases and oversee cold-storage equipment and alarm response.
• Coordinate chemical and biohazardous waste collection and disposal with EH&S.
• Partner with EH&S to support lab safety programs, inspections, and safe work practices.
• Maintain lab SOPs, procedures, records, and other operational documentation.
• Coordinate lab space planning and ensure equipment and utility needs are supported.
• Troubleshoot and resolve lab operational issues and identify efficiency improvements.

Skills

Lab management

Organization

Communication

Documentation

Independence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences

Job description

Eikon Therapeutics is a new biopharmaceutical company employing revolutionary technology at the intersection of chemistry, engineering, computation, and biology to discover novel treatments for life-threatening diseases. Eikon’s discovery platform is built on groundbreaking innovations from its founders (Nobel Prize, 2014), culminating in the creation of microscopes which enable real time, molecular-resolution measurements of protein movement in living cells, thereby unlocking otherwise intractable classes of proteins as drug targets.

Position

As the Lab Operations Manager at Eikon, you will be a critical member of our team by supporting scientists and engineers in a fast-paced work environment. You will be responsible for maintaining day-to-day operations of the laboratories, supporting equipment and supplies, and partnering with EH&S, Facilities, IT, and other teams. This position requires strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

About You

You are self-motivated, highly organized, and detail-oriented, with strong documentation and record-keeping skills. You have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to build strong, collaborative relationships across scientific, engineering, and operational teams. You are comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic research environment. You are proactive and resourceful, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues independently. You enjoy training, supporting, and mentoring team members and laboratory staff. You have a strong commitment to laboratory safety, organization, and operational excellence. You identify opportunities for continuous improvement and take the initiative to implement solutions.

What You’ll Do

The duties of this position will primarily consist of:

• Oversee and optimize day-to-day lab operations in support of science and engineering teams.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for lab operational needs, coordinating with Facilities, EH&S, IT, Procurement, vendors, and scientific teams.
• Manage lab consumables and inventory, including purchasing, vendor management, receiving, storage, organization, and maintaining appropriate stock levels.
• Manage lab equipment, including installation, preventative maintenance, calibration, repairs, training, relocation, and decommissioning.
• Maintain equipment and asset records, service schedules, warranties, and vendor documentation.
• Coordinate lab support activities, including glassware washing, autoclaving, freezer defrosting, lab cleanups, and general lab organization.
• Maintain cell culture lab environments, including routine cleaning of BSCs, water baths, incubators, and shared equipment.
• Manage laboratory gases and oversee cold-storage equipment and alarm response.
• Coordinate chemical and biohazardous waste collection and disposal in partnership with EH&S.
• Partner with EH&S to support lab safety programs, inspections, safe work practices, and compliance with established safety requirements.
• Maintain lab SOPs, procedures, records, and other operational documentation.
• Coordinate lab space planning and ensure equipment and utility needs are supported.
• Troubleshoot and resolve lab operational issues while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, reliability, and cost control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or a related discipline, plus 6+ years of experience in lab management or scientific operations.
• Experience with laboratory safety practices and requirements.
• Ability to adapt and remain flexible in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.

At Eikon, employee compensation also includes bonus and equity compensation, in addition to several generous benefit programs, including:

• 401k plan with company matching
• Medical (premiums covered by Eikon at 95%), dental and vision insurance (premiums covered by Eikon at 100%)
• Mental health and wellness benefits
• Weeklong summer and winter holiday shutdowns
• Generous paid time off and holiday policies
• Life/AD&D Insurance (premiums covered by Eikon at 100%) and optional supplemental employee-paid life/AD&D policies
• Enhanced parental leave benefit
• Daily subsidized lunch program when on-site

The expected salary range for this role is $121,000 to $145,950 depending on skills, competency, and the market demand for your expertise.

Eikon is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment.

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