Lab Operations Manager

Scorpion Therapeutics; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Scorpion Therapeutics is seeking a Lab Operations Manager to oversee laboratory facilities and processes within a biotech setting focused on genetic medicines and lipid nanoparticle technology.

The role requires 5+ years of lab management experience, a strong grasp of regulatory standards, and proficiency with lab software. You will ensure safety, optimize workflows, manage vendors, and contribute to budget planning while supporting R&D activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in sciences or engineering required.
• 5+ years of lab management experience in biotech/pharma settings.
• Familiarity with lab software and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee lab efficiency and workflows.
• Manage equipment maintenance and safety compliance.
• Coordinate vendor relations and shipments.
• Support budget planning and cost control.
• Collaborate with scientists to identify workflow improvements.

Skills

Lab management

Regulatory standards

Lab software

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or engineering

Tools

LIMS/ELN

Job description

Role

Lab Operations Manager overseeing laboratory facilities and processes at a biotech firm specializing in genetic medicines, with a focus on nucleic acid delivery and lipid nanoparticle technology.

Responsibilities

manage lab efficiency, equipment maintenance, safety compliance, vendor relations, shipments, and administrative functions; collaborate with scientists to identify workflow improvements; contribute to budget planning.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s in sciences or engineering, 5+ years of lab management experience within biotech/pharma settings, familiarity with lab software and regulatory standards, strong organizational and communication skills.

High-Value

biotech/pharma environment, laboratory safety and compliance, vendor and inventory management, operational efficiency, supporting R&D in genetic medicine platform.

Location

Not specified; presumed onsite or hybrid based on lab environment.