Lab Manager

The Laboratory Manager will oversee the internal and external operations of the laboratories, ensuring their functionality and efficiency. This role involves managing laboratory services, instrument services, facilities, health, safety, environmental concerns, and building security, in collaboration with our operations partners.Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Ensure the organization of the common laboratory area.Coordinate instrument services, consumables, and reagents for a laboratory of 25-30 scientists.Coordinate shipping and receipt of samples.Perform routine instrument maintenance and interface closely with external partners and vendors.Instrumentation includes, but is not limited to, centrifuges, automated liquid pipetting systems, sample purification systems, thermocyclers, PCR systems, and real-time PCR systems.Perform routine maintenance for the tissue culture suites, including BSC maintenance, disposal of liquid waste, stocking of hoods, and cleaning of water baths.Monitor reagent and consumable stock levels and perform regular stock audits to prevent overstocking or stockouts.Reagents and consumables include, but are not limited to, plastics, reagent kits for molecular biology assays such as qPCR, and tissue materials and reagents.Collaborate with purchasing and procurement teams to forecast inventory needs and manage reorder points for high-demand items.Ensure health and safety guidelines are adhered to; contribute to general lab cleanup and maintenance of high-traffic areas such as fume hoods.