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Job Description

We are seeking an Operations Manager to join a dynamic biotech organization. This role spans two key buckets:

Business Operations & Administrative Support

Laboratory & General Operations

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in operations within a biotech setting that includes a wet lab, strong organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively across teams. This is not a Lab Manager role, but requires familiarity with lab processes and the ability to interface with scientists and leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Business Operations & Administrative Support

Provide administrative support to the CEO and Leadership Team.

Develop and maintain internal business operations, including policies, processes, and SOPs.

Coordinate budgeting for G&A and Lab Operations with Accounting.

Assist with onboarding and offboarding of employees and consultants.

Draft and deliver company-wide communications and team presentations.

Maintain company documentation across systems (e.g., Google Drive).

Organize company meetings, events, and team-building activities.

Greet and host visitors professionally.

Laboratory & General Operations

Provide operational support across the laboratory and office environment.

Oversee the Lab Owners group and provide backup lab operational support as needed.

Maintain office and lab supply inventory; ensure orders placed by Accounting match company needs.

Coordinate with external vendors for facilities maintenance and upkeep.

Maintain accurate records for equipment inventory and asset tracking.

Oversee shipping of products to partners; work with vendors such as World Courier.

Supervise delegated work across Accounting, R&D, People, and consultants.

Act as the point of contact for urgent lab issues (e.g., freezer alarms) and determine escalation.

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Skills and Requirements

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Business Management, or related field.

6–8 years of experience in an Operations role at a biotechnology or life sciences company.

Wet lab experience is required – familiarity with consumables, reagents, and chemistry in a biotech lab setting.

Strong organizational skills; highly efficient and practical with the ability to manage shifting priorities.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to identify, lead, and drive cross-functional operational improvements.

Experience with procurement and shipping processes (e.g., World Courier).

Familiarity with service contracts and ability to interpret terms.

Proficiency in Excel and Google Suite.

Comfortable working in a small team environment where responsibilities are spread across functions. Preferred Attributes

Experience in both Business Operations and Lab Operations.

Ability to interface with scientists and understand lab-related issues.

Demonstrated problem-solving and conflict management skills.

Highly organized, efficient, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

Strong communication and collaboration skills.