Laboratory Manager

Job Title: Scientist/Lab Manager

Location: Cambridge, MA

Duration: 12 months with possible extension

Internal Title: Lab Manager

The CMC Synthetics Platform within the *** R&D organization, is responsible for the process development of small molecule drug substances undergoing clinical studies. We are seeking a hands-on laboratory manager with excellent organizational skills to support our activities.

The person will provide services to *** at the Cambridge Crossing (CX), Cambridge, MA site.

• Provide on-site service to the Client for both laboratory functions and laboratory equipment and instrumentation maintenance and upkeep

• Perform experimental protocols to support the Client’s technology platforms

• Ensure compliance with health and safety teams and training as required for *** lab operations

• Support inventory management, purchasing, and shipping of chemical compounds and laboratory supplies

Laboratories support activities:

• Maintain equipment and support new equipment installation and material readiness for technology platforms

• Submit and track work requests and coordinate with service engineers to ensure timely service in cases of equipment failure

• Write and maintain training documentation describing the proper use of equipment and workflows

• Coordinate with IT for laboratory computer troubleshooting

• Assist scientists with shipping of chemical samples and bulk chemicals and intermediates between *** sites and *** CROs/CMOs including international shipping logistics

• Monitor and maintain HPLC/UPLC diluent and eluent supplies as needed

• Generate experimental data by following platform protocols

Requirements:

• B.S. or B.A. in relevant field (Chemistry or related discipline) with at least 3 years of relevant experience, or Master’s in Chemistry

• Demonstrated aptitude for working in the lab and hands-on experience with equipment and instrument maintenance

• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and organization skills are required

• Ability to work independently and set own schedule

• Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience participating in teams and collaborative work environments.

EEO:

“Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.”