Associate Lab Manager

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: San Diego
Posted on: September 19, 2024

Job Description:

About the Job
The Associate Lab Manager, Assay Development plays an essential role in helping the R&D lab operate smoothly. This role oversees the support, maintenance, and day-to-day operation of the R&D lab. This position is responsible for ensuring the team has everything they need for success, from equipment, reagents, specimens and consumables.
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Key Responsibilities

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• Ensure that the R&D laboratory environment is maintained and operational.
  
• Work with vendors and Procurement to obtain quotes and ensure orders arrive on time as promised.
  
• Facilitate positive changes in the laboratory processes and systems by proactively leading initiatives related to laboratory improvements.
  
• Work with internal and external partners to ensure regular and preventative maintenance of equipment is completed on required schedule.
  
• Conduct regular maintenance of laboratory equipment according to required schedules.
  
• Manage laboratory ordering, receipt, and stockroom organization for reagents and supplies.--
  
• Address back-order supply challenges by communication with procurement and escalating and communicating to the applicable lab stakeholders the options, plans, and status of the supply issues.
  
• Conduct regular meetings with laboratory stakeholders to calibrate their needs and to anticipate changes in demands and process.
  
• Work closely with Accounts Payable to navigate invoice discrepancies.
  
• Maintain adherence to environmental and health safety guidelines and policies.
  
• Manage sample waste streams and adherence to disposal processes.
  
• Other duties as assigned.--
  
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  Qualifications
  Basic Qualifications
  
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  • HS/GED--
    
  • 7+ years of experience working in the lab sciences and/or academia in a laboratory setting
    
    Preferred Qualifications
    
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    • Bachelor's Degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Cancer Genomics, or related field
      
    • 3+ years of working experience in industry
      
    • Experience utilizing molecular genetics equipment
      
    • Familiarity with product development
      
    • Strong interpersonal skills that include excellent skill in collaboration and problem solving with other departments and colleagues
      
    • Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining a professional demeanor
      
    • Ability to communicate effectively and follow written and verbal instructions, particularly with scientific or technical information
      
    • Competent in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Excel
      
    • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs
      
    • Ability to work in a laboratory environment in the presence of chemicals and reagents
      
    • Excellent organization and attention to detail
      
    • Understanding of HIPAA and importance of privacy of patient data
      
    • Commitment to reflect FMI's values: passion, patients, innovation, and collaboration
      
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