Cambridge Lab Operations Manager

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Job description

About the role

Sana Biotechnology is growing, and we are hiring new team members who believe in engineered cells as medicines, who want to challenge status quo, and who lead with the desire to work on novel ideas. As a Lab Operations Manager, you will report to the Cambridge (CAM) Site Operations Leader. You will be part of a team supporting laboratories in daily operations to enable Sana scientists to develop innovative medicines for patients. You will be a key partner for lab issues for the site and assist with coordinating operations at the site, including collaboration with site leadership, Site Services, Lab Operations, IT, and stakeholders. Cool stuff.

What you'll do

• Contribute to and execute upon the Cambridge lab ops strategy as a member of the site operations team
• Foster relationships and ensure there is a clear communication paths between site Lab Operations and lab user groups to continually improve lab operations service models
• In collaboration with the Site Operations Leader, work closely with lab users to understand and anticipate lab needs (space, equipment, instrumentation, storage, etc) in order to develop short- and long-term area improvement plans
• Serve as a representative on the Site Safety Committee and ensure that the labs are maintained in compliance with Sana policies and best safety practices
• Assist in development of efficient, standardized lab operations workflows
• Develop best practices, procedures and policies for Lab Operations globally incorporating input and feedback lab users and lab operations teams at other sites
• Drive continuous improvement in Lab Operations processes
• Instruct lab operations staff on procurement, inventory management, shipping and receiving, and equipment maintenance
• Lead implementation of vendor managed inventory for lab consumables, then provide oversight and direction to vendor technicians regarding supply types, locations, and stock levels.
• Maintain Lab Asset tracking system for asset lifecycle management and ensure data accuracy for maintenance/calibration scheduling
• Ensure that lab issues and requests are addressed in a timely manner
• Triage, respond, and/or route service requests from lab users regarding safety, lab equipment, space, lab supplies, bio/chem inventory and waste
• Manage chemical, equipment, consumables and biological sample shipping and receiving

What we're looking for

• At least 7 years of related, demonstrated Lab Operations experience in the biotechnology industry
• Demonstrated experience specific in R&D Lab Management.
• Experience managing and prioritizing inputs from various key stakeholders to deploy a plan that meets the needs of the business
• Sound judgment and troubleshooting skills and the capacity to resolve diverse problems effectively and in alignment with business needs
• Effective interpersonal, negotiation, influence, and communications skill with the proven ability to communicate effectively across all departments and levels of the organization
• Must be a creative and proactive problem solver; keen ability to anticipate needs and solve problems with sound judgment
• Is flexible and adaptable - Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced working environment and work in a diplomatic and tactful manner with others
• Ability to change on a dime, operate in a scrappy manner
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment where results are achieved

What will separate you from the crowd

• GXP lab management experience
• Oversight of delivery and commissioning of large capital projects
• Prior experience in construction delivery or as a tradesperson (carpentry, electrical, plumbing)

What you should know

• This position requires 24-hour response availability seven days per week for emergency situations
• Significant standing, walking, moving, carrying, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling
• Ability to move and lift boxes and equipment up to 45 lbs
• Operate and routinely use hand and power tools
• Working safely on a predictable and regular basis is an essential job function for this position and the Company requires that all individuals, subject to certain exceptions, be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

How we work together

• Lead from every seat - we seek to understand, act with honesty, and engage in the crucial conversations
• Thrive as a team - we hire amazing people, are intensely curious, and cultivate inclusion and personal connectivity
• Make it happen - we value vigorous debate, alignment around our decisions, and resilient execution

Get to know us

At Sana, we believe that a diverse workforce strengthens us as a company and helps us to achieve our mission to meaningfully change the outcome of many human diseases. This belief is a pillar of our business and is critical to our success. Our goal is that Sana is the place for talented people to bring their authentic selves to work, to have a great career and to deeply, positively impact patients.

Core to our values, we believe there is nothing more important than the health and wellness of you and your family. For benefit eligible employees, we cover 100% of the cost for employee health coverage and offer generous time-off, parental leave, short- and long-term disability, financial wellness programs, a 401(k) Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, commuter subsidy and a variety of wellness offerings to support each person individually.

We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental or sensory disability (including the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability), genetic information, actual or perceived HIV or Hepatitis C infection, medical condition (cancer or a record or history of cancer and genetic characteristics), marital status, sexual orientation, sexual preference, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), disability, veteran status, political ideology, taking or requesting statutorily protected leave, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The job description listed above is representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required for this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions described above.