Director, Laboratory Operations and Safety Management

August 15

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Verge Genomics

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Better drugs, faster. For patients who can’t wait.

Bioinformatics • Genomics • Drug Discovery • Neuroscience

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💰 $98M Series B on 2021-12

Description

• Proactively oversee the daily laboratory and office operations to ensure seamless, efficient and cost-effective functioning aligned with Verge's strategic goals and objectives. • Solve complex issues where problems are not clearly defined and where fundamental principles do not fully apply. • Make final decisions that may significantly impact laboratory operations, and on implementation to ensure operational effectiveness. • Develop and implement strategies for the organization and general upkeep of laboratories and offices. • Set policies and procedures for use of equipment and space. • Manage and participate in coverage and on-call support of laboratory services and tasks, ensuring appropriate response to equipment issues as needed for 24-7 operation of laboratory. • Serve as financial steward of the laboratory operating budget, develop and manage annual laboratory operating budget, monitor and reconcile expenses, complete month-end-close activities and budget reforecasts. • Prepare and present reports on laboratory and office operations and performance to leadership. • Communicate key information and critical updates timely and with discretion to scientists and leadership, including shutdowns, new processes and regulations, etc. • Manage laboratory and/or facilities staff (permanent and contract laboratory service providers), including hiring, training, development and performance evaluations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline, such as biology, chemistry, or medical technology; Master's degree preferred • Advanced knowledge of laboratory management principles, including budgeting, strategic planning, and project management. • Extensive experience and knowledge of laboratory operations and a deep understanding of laboratory techniques and technologies, specifically with respect to the workflow of BSL2 and cell biology labs. • Extensive experience with EH&S • Strong knowledge of laboratory regulations, such as CAP and CLIA • Experience in managing laboratory staff and implementing quality control measures • Appropriately manage information of a highly confidential and critical nature • Must be capable of and willing to independently learn new systems. • Strong organizational skills and a problem-solving mindset are required • Naturally proactive with the ability to take initiative and ownership of responsibilities • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills • Ability to work independently and in a team environment