Manager - Laboratory Operations

Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Parental leave

Wellness incentives

Mentoring program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Alexandria LaunchLabs in New York City seeks a Lab Operations Associate to support laboratory and site operations. You will help manage Alexandria-owned equipment, assist tenants, and ensure supplies are stocked and accessible for daily functions.

You will also handle waste management, support the safety program, and coordinate with vendors and staff to keep facilities running smoothly while promoting a collaborative ecosystem through events and programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a science-related organization or laboratory space.
• Strong customer service mindset and verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to be detail-oriented, organized, and to work independently.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and prioritize tasks.
• Interest in life science and/or laboratory operations management.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day lab equipment and site operations for Alexandria LaunchLabs in NYC.
• Train and assist tenants on use of shared lab equipment.
• Order, maintain, and stock lab supplies and lab gases.
• Manage chemical and biohazard waste per regulatory guidance.
• Support LaunchLabs lab safety program and related activities.
• Assist with general site ops, IT/AV troubleshooting, and facilities requests.
• Interface with vendor teams for operational tasks and maintenance.
• Coordinate events to foster a vibrant LaunchLabs community.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Detail oriented

Multi-tasking

Life science interest

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Laboratory and site operations support for Alexandria LaunchLabs located in NYC as follows:

• Shared responsibility for the day-to-day management of Alexandria-owned lab equipment, including, but not limited to, flow cytometers, qPCRs, microscopes, freezers, incubators, centrifuges, and biosafety cabinets
• Train and assist tenants on use of shared lab equipment
• Responsible for ordering, maintaining, organizing, and stocking lab supplies and lab gasses
• Manage chemical and biohazard waste in both facilities while adhering to regulatory guidance
• Support the LaunchLabs lab safety program
• Assist with general site operations, including package management, IT/AV troubleshooting, facilities request triaging, organizing, stocking, and maintaining office and kitchen supplies as needed
• Interface with Alexandria Asset services teams and vendors responsible for operational tasks (e.g., janitorial, pest control, lab vendors, facilities maintenance)
• Assist the LaunchLabs team in coordinating, marketing, and hosting local ecosystem and strategic programming events to foster a vibrant and collaborative Alexandria LaunchLabs community, including business and professional development sessions, social gatherings, and complementary programs
• Establish lab sustainability initiatives and educate tenants on existing programs

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Laboratory and site operations support for Alexandria LaunchLabs located in NYC as follows:

• Shared responsibility for the day-to-day management of Alexandria-owned lab equipment, including, but not limited to, flow cytometers, qPCRs, microscopes, freezers, incubators, centrifuges, and biosafety cabinets
• Train and assist tenants on use of shared lab equipment
• Responsible for ordering, maintaining, organizing, and stocking lab supplies and lab gasses
• Manage chemical and biohazard waste in both facilities while adhering to regulatory guidance
• Support the LaunchLabs lab safety program
• Assist with general site operations, including package management, IT/AV troubleshooting, facilities request triaging, organizing, stocking, and maintaining office and kitchen supplies as needed
• Interface with Alexandria Asset services teams and vendors responsible for operational tasks (e.g., janitorial, pest control, lab vendors, facilities maintenance)
• Assist the LaunchLabs team in coordinating, marketing, and hosting local ecosystem and strategic programming events to foster a vibrant and collaborative Alexandria LaunchLabs community, including business and professional development sessions, social gatherings, and complementary programs
• Establish lab sustainability initiatives and educate tenants on existing programs

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience working in a science-related organization or laboratory space, preferably in a collaborative or shared working environment
• Strong customer service mindset and verbal and written communication skills to interact with individuals at all levels
• Strong ability to be detail-oriented and highly organized, and to work independently
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task, and prioritize tasks effectively
• A general interest in life science and/or laboratory operations management
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Ability to physically lift ≥25 lbs.

Alexandria LaunchLabs® is the premier, full-service startup platform purpose-built to accelerate innovation and growth for transformative early-stage companies. With locations in Cambridge, New York City, Research Triangle, Seattle, and Palo Alto, Alexandria LaunchLabs curates a thriving community of the most high-potential early-stage life science companies. Our LaunchLabs platform equips each member company with premier dedicated lab/office space and core equipment, vital operational services, expert support from our best-in-class teams, and access to capital through Alexandria Venture Investments and the highly selective Alexandria Seed Capital Platform - all of which are critical to empowering the advancement of early-stage companies. For more information, please visit www.alexandrialaunchlabs.com.

The expected base salary range for this position is $115,000 to $150,000 USD annually, plus annual discretionary bonus. This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on the consideration of many factors, which may include, but are not limited to: the individual’s knowledge, experience, education, qualifications, skills, job location, and the Company’s compensation practices.

Alexandria wouldn’t be the company we are without our incredible people, and we are pleased to provide the following industry-leading and comprehensive benefits:

• 100% company-paid premiums (top-tier health, dental, and vision plan for you and your family)
• Generous 401(k) profit sharing plan
• Significant paid time off and holiday time
• Paid parental leave
• Generous rewards and recognitions
• Annual Company paid time off for volunteering
• Wellness and fitness incentives
• Mentoring and career development opportunities
• Life insurance, disability plans, and an Employee Assistance Program

Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (NYSE: ARE), an S&P 500® company, is a best-in-class, mission-driven life science REIT making a positive and lasting impact on the world. With our founding in 1994, Alexandria pioneered the life science real estate niche. Alexandria is the preeminent and longest-tenured owner, operator, and developer of collaborative Megacampus ™ ecosystems in AAA life science innovation cluster locations, including Greater Boston, the San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, Seattle, Maryland, Research Triangle, and New York City. Alexandria has a longstanding and proven track record of developing Class A/A+ properties clustered in highly dynamic and collaborative Megacampus environments that enhance our tenants' ability to successfully recruit and retain world-class talent and inspire productivity, efficiency, creativity, and success. Alexandria also provides strategic capital to transformative life science companies through our venture capital platform, Alexandria Venture Investments. For more information, please visit www.are.com.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, and/or local law or ordinance, including, without limitation, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, marital status, registered domestic partner status, family-care status, veteran status, military status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, or sexual orientation.