Position: Lab Manager
Location: South San Francisco, CA

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Lab Operations Management will play a crucial role in maintaining an efficient and organized laboratory environment for our R&D team. Working closely with scientists, computational biologists, and engineers, the Lab Manager will ensure that the lab is well-equipped, compliant, and fully functional. This role requires strong organizational skills, independence, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. The Lab Manager will oversee essential lab operations, manage inventory, maintain equipment, and act as the primary point of contact for lab resources and facility needs.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Equipment Management: Maintain lab equipment by monitoring usage, coordinating maintenance schedules, and arranging repairs as needed. Ensure all equipment meets safety and operational standards. Inventory and Procurement: Track laboratory supplies, anticipate stock needs, and manage procurement processes. Coordinate with vendors to confirm timely and accurate deliveries. Vendor and Supplier Relations: Work directly with suppliers to source materials and troubleshoot order delays, discrepancies, or urgent needs. Scheduling and Coordination: Organize and schedule team meetings, lab activities, and cross-functional collaborations. Coordinate with building facilities and maintenance to ensure the lab’s upkeep. Sample and Database Management: Oversee sample handling, biobank organization, and database maintenance for accurate record-keeping and efficient operations. Compliance and Documentation: Ensure lab operations comply with safety protocols, regularly updating documentation and tracking safety measures. Operational Leadership: Foster a positive lab environment, acting as a resource and leader for the team. Develop and implement new workflows or protocols to increase lab efficiency and effectiveness. Administrative Support: Provide additional administrative support to the lab team as needed, including processing purchase requisitions and managing documentation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: BS/BA in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field. Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in laboratory operations, inventory management, or a related industry role. Experience in an R&D or clinical lab is preferred.

KEY SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

Ownership and Integrity: Demonstrates accountability and consistently delivers on commitments. Organizational Skills: Strong ability to track, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Independent and Proactive: Capable of identifying needs, troubleshooting issues, and proposing solutions without requiring close supervision. Resourcefulness and Adaptability: Finds solutions efficiently and adapts to evolving lab needs and priorities. Attention to Detail: Maintains high accuracy in all lab activities, from inventory to documentation. Collaborative Leadership: Builds team morale, encourages effective communication, and supports colleagues in achieving their goals.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Proficiency in inventory and lab management software is a plus. Familiarity with regulatory requirements for lab safety and compliance. Experience in automated workflows or lab process optimization is advantageous.

 

The pay range is listed and actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.San Carlos, CA $109,000—$140,000 USD

OUR OPPORTUNITY

Natera™ is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. Our aim is to make personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care to protect health and enable earlier and more targeted interventions that lead to longer, healthier lives.

The Natera team consists of highly dedicated statisticians, geneticists, doctors, laboratory scientists, business professionals, software engineers and many other professionals from world-class institutions, who care deeply for our work and each other. When you join Natera, you’ll work hard and grow quickly. Working alongside the elite of the industry, you’ll be stretched and challenged, and take pride in being part of a company that is changing the landscape of genetic disease management.

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive Benefits - Employee benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents. Additionally, Natera employees and their immediate families receive free testing in addition to fertility care benefits. Other benefits include pregnancy and baby bonding leave, 401k benefits, commuter benefits and much more. We also offer a generous employee referral program!

For more information, visit www.natera.com.

Natera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace environment, and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. Inclusive collaboration benefits our employees, our community and our patients, and is critical to our mission of changing the management of disease worldwide.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable laws.

If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents. 

Link: https://www.natera.com/notice-of-data-collection-california-residents/

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