Lab Supervisor (Bilingual English/Mandarin)

tsu.edu; Beaverton (OR); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Novogene Corp in Beaverton, OR seeks a Lab Supervisor (Bilingual - English/Mandarin) to lead a growing biology lab. The role focuses on ensuring genomic test quality, training staff, and coordinating with HQ.

Qualifications include a BS/MS in Biology, 3+ years in a production lab including leadership, and fluency in English and Mandarin for reporting and cross-border collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, or related field.
• 3+ years in a production lab, with at least 1 year in a lead role.
• Fluency in English and Mandarin for reporting and HQ collaboration.
• Experience with genomic services, PCR or sequencing technologies.
• Proficiency in LIMS and Excel for data tracking.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily lab activities and supervise technicians.
• Ensure genomic testing and lab processes follow SOPs and QC standards.
• Translate technical protocols and liaise with HQ engineering and science teams.
• Oversee procurement of lab supplies and equipment calibration.
• Enforce lab safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide technical feedback.

Skills

Bilingual EN/Mandarin

Team leadership

Problem solving

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Biology

Tools

LIMS

Excel

PCR/Sequencing tech

Job description

Company Description:

Novogene Corp is a leading global provider of genomic services and solutions, recognized for cutting-edge next-generation sequencing (NGS) and bioinformatics expertise. With thousands of employees and multiple international locations, Novogene offers one of the largest sequencing capacities in the world and delivers high-quality data to support diverse research goals.

Job Title:

Lab Supervisor (Bilingual - English/Mandarin)

Location:

Beaverton, OR 97008 (On-site)

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Compensation:

Annual 80K Salary + 12% Quarterly Bonus after 90 days of probation period

About the Role:

We are looking for a skilled Lab Supervisor (Bilingual - English/Mandarin) to lead our team at the newly opened Beaverton biology lab. This role is pivotal in ensuring lab operations meet our high standards for genomic services while fostering a collaborative team environment. As we coordinate closely with our global headquarters, fluency in both English and Mandarin is required to manage technical communication and reporting effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership: Supervise daily lab activities, manage technician schedules, and provide hands‑on training for new hires during their 90‑day training period.
• Operational Excellence: Ensure all genomic testing and lab processes adhere to SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and quality control standards.
• Bilingual Liaison: Translate technical protocols and serve as the primary point of contact for technical discussions with our HQ engineering and science teams.
• Inventory & Equipment: Oversee the procurement of lab supplies and ensure all equipment is regularly calibrated and maintained.
• Compliance & Safety: Enforce strict adherence to lab safety protocols and regulatory requirements. Assist HR in maintaining safety training records.
• Performance Management: Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide technical feedback to the team to ensure professional growth and lab efficiency.

Requirements:

• Language Skills: Full professional proficiency in Mandarin and English (required for technical reporting and HQ collaboration).
• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, or a related field.
• Experience: 3+ years of experience in a production lab setting, with at least 1 year in a lead or supervisory capacity.
• Technical Skills: Deep understanding of genomic services, PCR, or sequencing technologies. Proficiency in LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems) and Excel for data tracking.
• Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities and the warmth to mentor a growing team.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Leading a Biology Production Lab team with NGS, Sequencing : 3-5 years (Preferred)