Mass Spectrometry Lab Operations Manager

About the Company

Sapient is a fast-growing biotech that aims to accelerate drug development and transform personalized medicine. Combining state-of-the-art mass spectrometry technology with advanced computational services and multifaceted human health data, we enable biomarker discovery at unprecedented speed and scale. We are a team of passionate scientists, clinicians, and engineers with expertise in various disciplines. We work together in a highly collaborative environment, committed to making innovations with scientific rigor. We emphasize growth within the company and offer a flexible work environment with the opportunity work alongside top-tier thinkers and experts.

Role and Responsibilities:

The Lab Operations manager will be responsible for overall management of the analytical laboratory experiments and operations and shall have the following responsibilities:

• Conduct, perform method development, and troubleshoot mass spectrometry methods for biological sample testing and data reporting.
• Manage laboratory staff and provide mentorship.
• QC, interpret, and present analytical data.
• Author and/or review key regulatory documents, laboratory data, and technical reports.
• Work closely with QA to ensure all audit findings are addressed in a timely fashion.
• Assist in establishing, training, and improving all policies, procedures and required SOP documentation.
• Understand and adhere to corporate standards including but not limited to code of conduct, safety, and CLIA/GCLP compliance.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D., Master’s, or Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, or other related scientific field required.
• Requires relevant experience in an industry analytical lab-manager environment.
• Experience with lab automation and mass spectrometry (targeted and nontargeted) analysis.
• Supervisory experience in people management.
• Experience working in regulated laboratory environments.
• Ability to achieve objectives/timelines through collaborative efforts with coworkers, managers, and clients.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and proven leadership ability.

Tagged as: analytical chemistry, lab management, lab operations, mass spectrometry, mass spectrometry methods, method development, quality control, staff training