Lab Manager

The pay rate or range for this position is: $43.00 per hour

 

Job Summary

This role is pivotal in overseeing laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. The Laboratory Manager will contribute significantly to Flagship's mission by maintaining high-quality laboratory practices that support our diverse clientele.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities include:

• Coordinate the purchase, installation, repair, maintenance, and calibration of all laboratory equipment in support of research programs.

• Oversee and/or provided general facilities assistance including equipment maintenance, equipment troubleshooting, and third-party relationships.

• Contribute to forecasting and preparation of budgets for equipment purchases and maintenance.

• Everyday organization, running and maintenance of laboratory & office facilities.

• Create and maintain a robust and dependable preventative and corrective maintenance program such as HVAC, UPS, e-Power, utilities, etc.

• Closely work with IT department to ensure all laboratory equipment is securely connected to the company’s server/cloud.

• Coordinate and/or perform installation, de-installation, and modification of facility and lab equipment.

• Ensure end-users understand installation, electrical, chemical, and biological requirements and work with appropriate vendors to complete the work.

• Respond to equipment failures and other emergencies in an appropriate manner.

• Operates and maintains custodial functions.

• Ensures security and emergency preparedness procedures are implemented properly.

• Conducts and documents regular facilities inspections.

• Responsible for the physical and administrative tasks involved in the shipping, receiving, storing and distributing of materials, parts, supplies and equipment.

• Unpacks and checks goods received against purchase orders or invoices, maintains records of received goods and rejects unsatisfactory items as necessary.

• Oversee and lead the day-to-day operations of the labs ensuring operation efficiency, organization, and safety of employees.

• Oversight of inventory and on-site vendor programs to ensure proper inventory management and cost control.

• Monitor of specialty gases and dry ice to ensure proper delivery in support of research programs.

• Oversee and perform glassware washing and sterilization functions for lab personnel.

• Inventory management of cryobase/LN2 tank system.

• Point person to maintain and monitor Rees lab equipment alarm system.

• Develop, manage, and monitor department’s operating budget.

• Maintain timelines, stay on budget, and maintain a positive lab morale.

• Interface with consultants and other internal staff to implement current best practices for safety requirement.

• Organize and maintain EHS protocols, records & reports, prepare for inspections, ensure that employees receive proper safety training, and maintain training records.

• Ensure safe handling of chemical and biological waste materials including ordering waste pickups, maintain waste logs, and filing necessary paperwork.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field; advanced degree preferred.

• Proven experience in a clinical or research laboratory setting.

• Strong knowledge of GLP, FDA regulations, and CGMP standards.

• Demonstrated supervisory experience in managing lab personnel.

• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.

• Familiarity with laboratory equipment.

• Project management skills are a plus.

• A commitment to maintaining high-quality standards in all laboratory activities.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the U.S.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Flagship is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical​​​ condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. 

We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job.

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