R&D Lab Manager

Bio-Techne; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pet insurance

401k matching

ESPP

HSA/FSA

Job summary

Bio-Techne is seeking a dedicated R&D Lab Manager to maintain reagent inventories, oversee equipment, and ensure a safe, efficient laboratory environment. You will coordinate with R&D, EH&S, and other departments to support high-quality operations and continuous improvements.

The role requires a BS in molecular biology or related field with 5+ years of industry experience (MS with 2+ years preferred) and experience working within a quality system.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a BS in molecular biology, cell biology, life sciences, or related field.
• BS with 5+ years industry experience, or MS with 2+ years industry experience preferred.
• Experience working within a quality system.
• Experience documenting experiments in ELNs, LIMS, or similar systems.
• Experience with microscopy, tissue analysis, and data interpretation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain laboratory equipment, including upkeep, service coordination, troubleshooting, and documentation.
• Maintain inventories of reagents, consumables, and lab supplies.
• Ensure a clean, safe, and well-organized lab environment with proper housekeeping.
• Coordinate waste disposal and space management.
• Collaborate with R&D to address operational needs and drive improvements.
• Identify risks and implement practical process improvements.
• Coordinate onboarding and training for new personnel; ensure procedures are followed.
• Partner with R&D leadership, EH&S, and cross-functional teams for compliant operations.
• Execute responsibilities independently with accountability and sound judgment.
• Support the Company's Quality System objectives.

Skills

Organization

Collaboration

Communication

Self-starter

Attention to detail

Statistical analysis

Project execution

Documentation

Education

BS in molecular biology / related field

MS with 2+ years experience

Job description

By joining Bio-Techne, you’ll join a company with a powerful and positive purpose of enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. Bio-Techne, and all of its brands, provides tools for researchers to further treat and prevent disease worldwide.

Pay Range

$79,800.00 - $131,100.00

Job Purpose

The R&D Lab Manager is responsible for maintaining reagent and material inventories, managing laboratory equipment, and ensuring an organized, safe, and efficient laboratory environment. As a key member of the R&D team, this individual collaborates closely with laboratory personnel and serves as a liaison with internal departments and external vendors to support seamless laboratory operations. Success in this role requires adaptability, initiative, and a willingness to learn new techniques while responding effectively to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain laboratory equipment, including routine upkeep, service coordination, troubleshooting, and documentation.
• Maintain inventories of reagents, consumables, and laboratory supplies.
• Ensure a clean, safe, and well-organized laboratory environment, including general housekeeping activities.
• Manage laboratory space and coordinate waste disposal activities.
• Collaborate with R&D team members to identify, assess, and address laboratory operational needs.
• Proactively identify operational risks, inefficiencies, and unmet laboratory needs; develop and implement practical solutions and process improvements.
• Coordinate onboarding and laboratory training for new personnel and ensure adherence to established laboratory procedures and best practices.
• Partner with R&D leadership, EH&S, Operations, and other cross-functional teams to support efficient and compliant laboratory operations.
• Execute responsibilities with a high degree of independence, accountability, and sound judgment.
• Support the Company's Quality System objectives.

Qualifications

Education:

• Minimum of B.S. in molecular biology, cell biology, life sciences, or related field.
• B.S. with 5+ years industry experience, or M.S. with 2+ years of industry experience is preferred.

Skills

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Must be highly collaborative, team oriented and an effective player.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Self- starter with the ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.
• Special attention to detail, resourceful and highly organized.
• Experience with standard cell and molecular biology techniques and basic statistical analysis
• Ability to execute projects with minimal supervision, collaborating with project team members to achieve project goals.
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to proactively problem-solve.

Experience

• Experience working within a quality system.
• Demonstrated ability to overcome obstacles, adapt to evolving priorities, and perform effectively under pressure.
• Previous experience managing R&D laboratory operations is preferred.
• Experience documenting experiments within electronic lab notebooks (ELNs), Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), or similar laboratory management tools is preferred.
• Experience with microscopy, tissue analysis, and data interpretation preferred.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in both laboratory and office environments with regular use of computers, microscopes, and standard laboratory equipment.
• Exposure to biological samples, chemicals, and laboratory reagents may occur; appropriate safety procedures and PPE are provided and required.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a computer, microscope, or laboratory workstation.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to handle laboratory equipment, pipettes, and imaging instruments with precision.
• Visual acuity sufficient to distinguish microscopic details, colors, and digital images for accurate analysis.
• Ability to occasionally lift and move materials and equipment up to 50 pounds
• Ability to use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including lab coat, gloves, and safety glasses, as required.

Why Join Bio-Techne

• We offer competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield.
• We invest in our employees’ financial futures through 401k plans, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.
• We empower our employees develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, tuition reimbursement, internship programs, and more.
• We offer employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging.
• We offer an accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.
• We foster a culture of empowerment and innovation, where employees feel valued and encouraged to bring their new ideas to the table.

Bio-Techne is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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