Manager, Laboratory Operations

Essential Functions

• Support operations at the Torrey Pines site, partnering with the Facilities Manager, to assure that site and laboratory equipment is maintained and repaired in a timely manner.
• Manage the purchasing of materials and supplies for the laboratory by obtaining quotes, requisitioning or ordering items, and tracking, expediting and receiving shipments.
• Collaborate and communicate with requesting departments and manage vendor performance to ensure purchasing requirements are fulfilled.
• Manage consumables inventory.
• Manage the maintenance of the lab and equipment, including coordinating equipment preventative maintenance and repairs with Facilities and/or external vendors, supervising inspection, cleaning, calibration, qualifications, testing and repairing lab equipment.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Expertise in managing lab supplies and maintaining inventory.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral skills.
• Strong organizational skills, sufficient to succeed in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Strong technical knowledge and skill base in laboratory operations.
• Leadership skills and demonstrated ability to work in a productive and collaborative cross-functional manner.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific discipline (biochemistry, microbiology, chemistry, or related) required.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in a biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry setting required.
• 2+ years of experience leading or supervising a small team engaged in laboratory support activities strongly preferred.