Lead Biologist

Responsibilities

• Determine methods and procedures for conducting diverse experiments to study the effects of varying materials, chemicals, environments, and physical conditions on biological materials and processes.
• Perform viability and purity checks on biological materials.
• Decide which biological techniques are utilized to contribute to tests and studies that advance product research and development objectives.
• Investigate, create, and develop new methods and technologies for project advancement.
• Collect and analyze complex data, make detailed observations, and interpret results.
• Test, validate, and document results neatly and accurately in notebooks, batch records, and databases.
• Collaborate with others for projects, document, present, and draw meaningful conclusions of research findings to help inform and support difficult decisions, and fill in for the supervisor in meetings as needed.
• Lead laboratory operations by determining methods for ordering, monitoring, and reporting on department supply levels, monitoring equipment functionality, and cleaning laboratory equipment.
• Prepare for internal and external audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 8 or more years' experience, including 0-2 years' supervisory experience or equivalent experience (PhD + 3 years, Masters + 6 years).
• Extensive experience with molecular biology QC testing required.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex laboratory work, evaluate variable factors, and coordinate work across projects with minimal supervision.
• Experience conducting complex experiments on biological materials and processes, including viability and purity testing in a regulated environment.
• Strong data analysis and documentation skills, with the ability to accurately record results in notebooks, batch records, databases, and formal reports.
• Experience supporting laboratory operations, including supply monitoring, equipment oversight, cleanliness, and audit readiness.
• Strong ability to mentor and lead others.