Lab Operations Manager — Research Support & Improvements

Merck; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Operations Manager to support research laboratories across Discovery sites.

The role leads and coordinates laboratory operations, serving as a hands-on resource and liaison between scientists and global support functions to ensure high-quality service delivery. Responsibilities include overseeing capital asset lifecycle, equipment maintenance programs, chemical stockroom logistics, and research material shipments, while collaborating with EH&S,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a research science environment or operating model.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment maintenance and lab support workflows.

Responsibilities

• Oversee capital asset lifecycle and equipment maintenance programs.
• Coordinate chemical stockroom logistics and lab consumables flow.
• Manage shipments of research materials and support facility modifications.
• Collaborate with EH&S, Facilities, Lab Computing and other support functions.
• Represent end-user needs in safety and facilities meetings and inspections.

Skills

Business Process Analysis

Business Process Improvements

Business Requirements Management

Cell Cultures

Change Management

Environmental Health And Safety

Global Health

Information Technology Applications

Interpersonal Communication

Lab Equipment Maintenance

Laboratory Maintenance

Mammalian Cell Culture

Manufacturing Automation

Operational Quality

Primary Cell Culture

Education

B.S./B.A. degree

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Operations Manager to support research laboratories across Discovery sites.

The role leads and coordinates laboratory operations, serving as a hands-on resource and liaison between scientists and global support functions to ensure high-quality service delivery. Responsibilities include overseeing capital asset lifecycle, equipment maintenance programs, chemical stockroom logistics, and research material shipments, while collaborating with EH&S,