Laboratory Operations & Compliance Lead

Weill Cornell Medicine; New York (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Weill Cornell Medicine seeks an experienced Lab Operations Leader to oversee multiple basic science labs. You will supervise staff, enforce safety and quality standards, and coordinate budgeting and equipment lifecycle management.

The role requires collaboration with PIs, administration and safety teams to ensure compliant, efficient operations. The position emphasizes training, onboarding and performance management, with responsibility for space allocations and future lab expansions in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; extensive lab operations experience with management background.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for cross‑functional coordination.
• Experience with budgeting, compliance and safety in laboratory environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversees operational activities of multiple basic science labs and staff.
• Develops and enforces lab policies to ensure safety and quality control.
• Coordinates budgeting, space planning and equipment lifecycle management.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and safety standards.
• Leads on training, onboarding and performance management of personnel.
• Plans lab moves, disaster readiness and emergency procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Weill Cornell Medicine seeks an experienced Lab Operations Leader to oversee multiple basic science labs. You will supervise staff, enforce safety and quality standards, and coordinate budgeting and equipment lifecycle management.

The role requires collaboration with PIs, administration and safety teams to ensure compliant, efficient operations. The position emphasizes training, onboarding and performance management, with responsibility for space allocations and future lab expansions in a