Molecular Genetics Lab Project Manager

The Lundquist Institute; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lundquist Institute invites a Molecular Genetics Research Project Manager to oversee the operational, technical, and administrative functions of a dynamic academic molecular genetics laboratory. You will support principal investigators, staff, students, and collaborators, ensuring efficient lab operations, regulatory compliance, and high-quality research support.

Responsibilities include supervising personnel, coordinating projects, and implementing advanced molecular genetics methodologies,

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in an academic or biomedical research lab.
• Demonstrated experience with molecular genetics techniques.
• Experience supervising, training, or coordinating projects.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for multidisciplinary collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Assist principal investigators on interdisciplinary projects through experimental design and optimization.
• Generate and analyze data for publication in scientific journals.
• Provide technical oversight for molecular biology techniques (PCR, qPCR, RT-PCR, sequencing, CRISPR).
• Manage day-to-day operations of the molecular genetics lab, including workflow and safety compliance.
• Develop and update SOPs; maintain laboratory records, databases, and data management systems.
• Oversee inventory, purchasing, vendor coordination, and equipment maintenance.
• Supervise and train laboratory personnel and coordinate lab safety training.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology or related field

Master’s or PhD in Genetics or related discipline

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Electronic lab notebooks

Microsoft Office

Research data management tools

Job description

The Lundquist Institute invites a Molecular Genetics Research Project Manager to oversee the operational, technical, and administrative functions of a dynamic academic molecular genetics laboratory. You will support principal investigators, staff, students, and collaborators, ensuring efficient lab operations, regulatory compliance, and high-quality research support.

Responsibilities include supervising personnel, coordinating projects, and implementing advanced molecular genetics methodologies,