Laboratory Operations Manager

LAB Labcorp Early Development Laboratories Inc.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

STD/LTD

401(k)

PTO/FTO

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Labcorp seeks a Lab Operations Manager, Bioanalytics in Madison, WI to lead high-volume bioanalytical teams supporting preclinical and clinical studies. You will ensure quality, compliance, and client satisfaction while mentoring supervisors and driving process improvements.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in biopharma labs under GLP/GCP, with 4+ years of people management and strong regulatory knowledge, plus proficiency in LIMS and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical Science or related field is required.
• 8+ years Biopharma lab experience in GLP/GCP environments preferred.
• 4+ years of people management experience required.
• Experience leading laboratory operations and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manages operational activities of lab teams conducting bioanalytical analysis for preclinical and clinical studies.
• Ensures scientific quality and client service targets are achieved.
• Supervises, trains and mentors Lab Operations staff and supervisors.
• Addresses facility and process audits; supports client visits as needed.
• Owns process improvement initiatives and non-study related projects.
• Tracks forecasting, revenue and cost management; analyzes data for decisions.

Skills

People management

Project coordination

Regulatory compliance

Laboratory operations

GLP/GCP knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical Science or related

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives.

Labcorp is seeking a Lab Operations Manager, Bioanalytics to join our team in Madison, WI.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, Day Shift

Job Responsibilities

• Manages operational activities of laboratory teams conducting bioanalytical analysis in support of preclinical and clinical studies.
• Ensures scientific quality and client service targets are achieved.
• Effectively manage staffing, monitoring schedules, and assist with prioritization and day to day resourcing of personnel and equipment.
• Directly supervise, train, and mentor supervisors along with responsibility for all Lab Operations staff.
• Assists with routine client visits and regulatory audits, as needed.
• Assists and/or addresses facility and/or process audits, as needed.
• Independently owns and manages process improvement initiates, or non-study related projects.
• Responsible for assuring staff compliance to SOPs and other regulatory agency guidelines, as applicable.
• Discusses study problems or scope changes with appropriate personnel, suggests solutions and actions to solve study problems, manages the impact on time and cost.
• Independently tracks, analyzes, and provides recommendations related to forecasting, revenue production, and cost management.
• Addresses study and process issues, including corrective and preventative action plans that may be required.
• Promotes a cohesive team environment.
• Acts as a mentor to other staff.
• Participates in project meetings, plans, monitors and guides project work.
• Interacts with internal and external clients.
• Ensures a clean and safe laboratory work environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical Science or related.
• 8 years or more Biopharma lab experience or related, working in a GLP/ GCP laboratory, with extensive knowledge of regulations.
• 4 years or more People Management experience.

Preferred Qualification

• Current or prior Labcorp or contract laboratory experience.
• Experience with HPLC and Mass Spectrometry 4 years or more with specific Bioanalytical Lab Experience 2 years or more of experience managing people leaders.
• Experience with HPLC and Mass Spectrometry 4 years or more.
• Experience with specific Bioanalytical Lab Experience 2 years or more of experience managing people leaders.

Additional Job Standards

• Experience in a high volume laboratory environment.
• Understanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures.
• Proven success in training and developing both technical and non-technical employees.
• Proficient with Laboratory Information Systems and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to problem solve and provide solutions under minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal.
• High level of attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
• Comfortability making decisions in a changing environment.
• Client facing experience.
• Ability to time manage, plan, prioritize, and negotiate.
• Ability to lead meetings and presentations.
• Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position.
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test.

Application Window Closes: 9/21/26

**Pay Range: $100,000 - $130,000 annually

All job offers will be based on a candidate's skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data.

Benefits

• Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan.
• Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO.

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We believe in the power of science to change lives. Labcorp is a leading global life sciences company that provides vital information to help doctors, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, researchers, and patients make clear and confident decisions. Through our unparalleled diagnostics and drug development capabilities, we provide insights and accelerate innovations to improve health and improve lives. Here, you can join our nearly 70,000 employees, serving clients in more than 100 countries, as we work together to transform approaches to patient care.