Laboratory Manager

Altasciences; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation and holidays

Paid sick leave

Employee assistance & Telehealth

Telework when applicable

Job summary

Altasciences is seeking a Laboratory Manager to oversee laboratory areas within our science teams. You will ensure data accuracy and compliance with SOPs and GLP specifications, and train staff in technical procedures.

The role works with the laboratory sciences director to set current and long-range plans, optimize resource use, and help meet study deadlines while delivering quality results. Strong leadership, advanced computer skills, and experience with FDA/EPA regulations are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline with 6+ years lab management experience.
• Master's degree in a scientific discipline with 4+ years lab management experience may substitute.
• Lab Management in an FDA or EPA regulated facility required.
• GLP method validation and in‑vitro assays experience for preclinical studies.

Responsibilities

• Promote and monitor adherence to standard operating procedures and GLP regulations
• Prepare and/or oversee writing and revision of standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Coordinate validation or repair of equipment as needed
• Ensure laboratory materials and equipment are compliant with safety policies, SOPs and GLP guidelines
• Instruct and mentor others in proper laboratory techniques
• Evaluate workflow and lab processes for improvements in operational efficiencies (automation, scheduling)

Skills

Team leadership

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Data interpretation

Scientific writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline

Master's degree in a scientific discipline

Tools

ELISAs

Flow cytometry

qPCR

Multiplex bead assays

Instrument calibration software

Job description

About The Role

The Laboratory Manager is responsible for managing laboratory areas within laboratory sciences. Reviews data for accuracy and compliance with SOPs and GLP specifications. Trains other laboratory staff in technical procedures. Evaluates and optimizes utilization of laboratory resources to attain operational goals, meet study deadlines, and deliver quality results. Works with laboratory sciences director in formulating current and long-range plans, objectives, and policies.

About The Role

The Laboratory Manager is responsible for managing laboratory areas within laboratory sciences. Reviews data for accuracy and compliance with SOPs and GLP specifications. Trains other laboratory staff in technical procedures. Evaluates and optimizes utilization of laboratory resources to attain operational goals, meet study deadlines, and deliver quality results. Works with laboratory sciences director in formulating current and long-range plans, objectives, and policies.

What You’ll Do Here

• Promote and monitor adherence to standard operating procedures and GLP regulations
• Prepare and/or oversee writing and revision of standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Coordinate validation or repair of equipment as needed
• Ensure laboratory materials and equipment, and use thereof, are compliant with safety policies, SOPs and GLP guidelines
• Instruct and mentor others in proper laboratory techniques
• Evaluate workflow and lab processes for improvements in operational efficiencies (i.e. automation, scheduling, etc.)

What You’ll Need To Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline with 6+ years lab management experience.
• Master’s degree in a scientific discipline with 4+ years lab management experience may substitute.
• Lab Management in an FDA or EPA regulated facility required.
• GLP method validation and performance of in‑vitro assays and lab methods for preclinical studies.
• Experience with multiple assay methodologies such as ELISAs, multiplex bead, flow cytometry, and qPCR.
• Extensive experience with laboratory instrument calibration, performance tracking, and troubleshooting.
• Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Office suite proficiency.
• English proficiency to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, software manuals, study documents, and procedure manuals, write routine reports and correspondence, and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Advanced maths skills used to interpret and present scientific and business data to staff and upper management.
• Stay up to date on GLP regulations and knowledge of ongoing formulation and analytical regulations, laws’ rules and noticed on guidelines concerning preclinical drug development and business communication.
• Scientific writing or electronic publishing experience preferred.
• Basic computer software skills including Microsoft Office suite, and database programs.
• Team leadership and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Able to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of tasks simultaneously.

What We Offer

Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.

Altasciences’ Benefits Package Includes

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs
• Telework when applicable

Altasciences’ Incentive Programs Include

• Training & Development Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Annual Performance Review