In Vitro Manager

About the role

The In Vitro Manager reports directly to the Executive Director, Inflammation and Systems Biology, with the core responsibilities centered around the development, execution and analysis of In Vitro biology and overall management of the In Vitro Division.

Responsibilities

• Take the lead in designing and executing cell and molecular biology assays to analyze biomarkers.
• High level of proficency in laboratory techniques such as; Tissue processing, RNA/DNA isolation, ELISA, Luminex, qRT-PCR, Multi-color Flow Cytometry.
• Design new study protocols and execute custom In Vitro assays to address specific customer needs.
• Provides input to other scientists and teams in regards to new assay development and biomarker selection.
• Data analysis and Quality control of both custom assays and commercially developed assays for the division.
• Lead, communicate and coordinate with other members of the division, management, study coordinators and other departments.
• Manage direct reports schedules and workflow.
• Aid direct reports and Junior scientists in new experimental design and trouble-shooting as needed.
• Lead process improvement within the In Vitro division, including but not limited to SOP generation, presentations, data analysis, etc.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and comply with all regulations and safety requirements.

Requirements

• Masters in Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, or a related discipline
• 10+ years of wet lab experience
• Expertise and strong understanding of immunoassays, molecular biology and cell biology techniques
• Excellent analytical, writing, presentation and organizational skills
• Excellent computer skills, as demonstrated by proficiency with Microsoft Office and statistical analysis (GraphPad)

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of wet lab experience
• Expertise and strong understanding of immunoassays, molecular biology and cell biology techniques
• Excellent analytical, writing, presentation and organizational skills
• Excellent computer skills, as demonstrated by proficiency with Microsoft Office and statistical analysis (GraphPad)

Skills

• Strong understanding of biological sciences
• Excel based data analysis
• Good Laboratory Practices

Benefits

• Health and dental coverage
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401K

Pay

This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience. The salary range will adjust along with the level of the role to match the person’s relevant experience and/or education level.

Schedule

This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience. The schedule will adjust along with the level of the role to match the person’s relevant experience and/or education level.