Laboratory Manager

Altasciences; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Sick Leave

Bereavement Leave

Telehealth

Job summary

Altasciences is seeking a Laboratory Manager to oversee laboratory areas, ensure SOPs and GLP compliance, and train staff in technical procedures. You will evaluate resources, work with the laboratory sciences director on plans, and drive improvements in workflows and scheduling to meet study deadlines and deliver quality results.

Applicants should have a scientific degree with 6+ years of lab management in regulated facilities, experience with ELISA/flow cytometry/qPCR, strong computer skills,

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 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.

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, 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.)

Skills

Lab management

GLP regulations

Assay methodologies

ELISA

Flow cytometry

qPCR

Instrument calibration

Microsoft Office

Scientific writing

Team leadership

Data interpretation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field

Master’s degree in a scientific field

Tools

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.

What You’ll do

• 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.

• 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

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

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At Altasciences we all move in unison to assist and work in the discovery, development, and manufacturing of new drug therapies to get them faster to people who need them. No matter your role, we all play an important part and you will have a significant impact on the health and well‑being of people across the globe. By living our values of Employee Development, Customer Focus, Quality and Excellence, Respect and Integrity, we look to foster a passionate and collaborative work environment and we are looking for talented and enthusiastic people, like you, to join our growing team! Whether you're a recent college graduate or seeking your next career opportunity, it's time to discover your future at Altasciences. We are better together and together We Are Altasciences.

Altasciences is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or any other protected grounds under applicable legislation.

Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities during the recruitment process are available upon request.

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