Scientific Lab Manager

ManpowerGroup; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Health Savings Account

Health Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Count

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term and Long Term Disability

Business Travel Insurance

401(k) with Match

Weekly Pay

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Lab Manager in Boston, MA to execute potency bioassays, manage ELISA and flow cytometry workflows, and support biologics Analytical Development with data integrity. The role emphasizes meticulous documentation, ELN/LIMS usage, and reagent/material control under supervision.

The candidate should have a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Cell & Molecular Biology or Biochemistry, with 2+ years in an industry or regulated lab, and preferred cell/gene therapy exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Cell & Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of related industry or regulated-lab experience.
• Preferred experience in the cell and gene therapy space.
• Experience with sample management and ELN/LIMS systems.
• Experience using biology lab equipment (multi-channel pipettes, centrifuge, microscope, plate reader, plate washer, flow cytometer).

Responsibilities

• Execute functional potency bioassays and data collection.
• Perform potency testing using ELISA and plate-based platforms.
• Support biologics AD workstreams with assay performance and data tracking.
• Assist with assay troubleshooting, optimization and trend analysis.
• Maintain documentation in electronic lab notebooks and manage reagents and materials.

Skills

Lab safety awareness

Documentation accuracy

Troubleshooting potency assays

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Cell & Molecular Biology / Biochemistry

Tools

ELISA

Flow cytometry

Plate reader

ELN/LIMS

Job description

Our client, Analytical Development is seeking a Lab Manager to join their team. As a Scientist, you will be part of the Analytical Development (AD) group supporting lab operations and biologics assay execution. The ideal candidate will have strong lab safety awareness, a detail-oriented approach to documentation, and the ability to troubleshoot and optimize potency assays, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Lab Manager

Location: Boston, MA

Pay Range: $34.00

What's the Job?

• Execute functional potency bioassays in support of Analytical Development activities, including routine assay execution and data collection.

• Perform potency testing using ELISA, other plate-based platforms, and flow cytometry as needed.

• Support biologics-related AD workstreams through consistent assay performance and accurate raw-data tracking.

• Assist with assay troubleshooting, optimization, and performance trending under manager guidance.

• Maintain clear, accurate documentation in electronic lab notebooks and test forms, and support routine management of assay reagents, consumables, and laboratory materials as needed.

What's Needed?

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Cell & Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or an equivalent qualification.

• At least 2 years of relevant industry or regulated-laboratory experience preferred; candidates with a master’s degree and 0–2+ years of industry experience may also be considered.

• Preferred experience in the cell and gene therapy space.

• Experience with sample management and ELN/LIMS systems.

• Experience using a variety of biology lab equipment (e.g., multi-channel pipettes, centrifuge, microscope, plate reader, plate washer, flow cytometer), plus strong organizational habits.

What's in it for me?

• Work in a full on-site Monday–Friday schedule (8–5pm) with a collaborative team environment.

• Contribute directly to Analytical Development by supporting potency testing and assay performance trending.

• Build confidence in troubleshooting and optimization by working under manager guidance.

• Strengthen your documentation and data integrity skills through electronic lab notebook and test form practices.

• Use practical tools like Microsoft Excel and Word to support tracking and reporting.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

• Dental Plan

• Vision Plan

• Health Savings Account

• Health Flexible Spending Account

• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance

• Business Travel Insurance

• 401(k), Plus Match

• Weekly Pay

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.