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Molecular & PCR Lab Manager

Molecular & PCR Lab Manager
Primary Duties : The Molecular Laboratory Manager is responsible for managing one or more teams performing Clinical testing/support. Is responsible for reporting metrics and milestones and will represent the laboratory at meetings as required.

The Molecular Manager will demonstrate applicable competencies and behaviors including strategic thinking, commitment to customers cooperating transversally across multiple functions, and have the ability to act for change while continually striving to deliver results. Must also be able to demonstrate leadership skills, act as a role model to the team(s), and promote good communication and teamwork.

Serve as a member on project teams and or departmental working groups. Work scope supports multiple tasks to achieve corporate/project team objectives for multiple project teams.

Will be responsible for the quality and integrity of data generated in their assigned area. The manager will assist efforts with the evaluation of new technologies in their area to improve throughput, precision, accuracy and overall quality of methods their teams employ. Ensure that corporate, quality, regulatory and safety procedures are being observed and always followed.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• • Laboratory Operations Deliverables:
• Under direction of management, plans and oversees the day-to-day operations and general activities associated with one or more laboratories/projects. 
• Ensures laboratory resources (materials/reagents/equipment/facilities) are maintained to meet assigned objectives; evaluates performance/metrics of laboratory/project in relation to objectives and effectively communicates to senior management; works to optimize laboratory performance based on metrics. 
• Promote and adhere to all quality and safety practices in compliance with all regulatory requirements. Support a quality and compliant testing environment (laboratories, equipment, reagents, training and documentation, methods, personnel). 
• Maintain alignment of processes and procedures. Share best practices within team/platform
  • Financial Operations Deliverables:
• Tracks/manages expenditures against assigned budgets. 
• Advises management of significant budget deviations.
• Assures that all laboratory financial operations comply with corporate requirements.
• Reviews budget by integrating data from different projects, verifying that expenses have been correctly charged to different projects in compliance with requirements, making corrections as necessary. 
  • Scientific Operations and Management Deliverables:
• Perform/support activities to ensure test method life cycle management (documentation, method suitability/trending, maintenance, etc.).
• Support completion of analytical deliverables to meet project milestones.
• Assist in the evaluation of new technologies/ improvements to support analytical expertise as required.
• Reviews and evaluates data and formulates recommendations as needed. 
• Works with internal and external partners in support of collaborative projects.
• Prepares key documents as required.
• May serve as Subject matter Expert (SME) as required
• Support departmental quality by ensuring adequate support for documentation, investigation, and closure of quality items including change controls, deviations, and CAPAs
  • Personnel Supervision and Management Deliverables:
• Oversees operational activities of staff working in the laboratory
• Provides guidance and expert advice to staff on technical issues, safety procedures and regulatory compliance matters within the laboratory.  Monitors operations to ensure compliance. 
• Provides personnel development and performance feedback
• Ensures that new employees are appropriately trained/on-boarded and familiar with laboratory operational requirements; Supervises orientation and training of new project staff
• Ensures adequate staffing levels and support necessary for operation of the department
• Selects candidates for employment
• Provides orientation, in-service and other educational programs. 
• Provides counsel and guidance to staff and resolves problems and grievances.
  • Regulatory & Quality Management Deliverables:
• Ensures adherence to all applicable quality, corporate, safety, and regulatory requirements. 
• As assigned and under the direction of management, any additional activities in support of departmental objectives
• Ensure the integrity of the deliverables associated with departmental key milestones & objectives. 
• Ensure that all processes and procedures are executed in a quality and compliant manner.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• • 5+ years of relevant experience in the biopharmaceutical industry.
  • College or advanced degree in chemical, biomedical, biochemical, or process engineering, chemistry, materials sciences, or formulation sciences, coupled with an understanding of analytical chemistry.
  • Knowledge of typical CMC activities and requirements.
  • Demonstrated success in managing multiple projects effectively and using project management tools. Excellent organizational skills with great attention to detail. PMP certification is a plus.
  • Knowledge of and experience with implementing Agile/Scrum methodologies.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, self-awareness and ability to manage team dynamics.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills, with demonstrated experience managing cross-functional communication. Excellent presentation skills and comfortable presenting to leadership and other key stakeholders.
  • Strong and collaborative work ethic. Results oriented and demonstrates a focus on achieving (business) results.
  • Demonstrated ability to facilitate project team meetings, enhance cross-functional communication, support decision making, influence outcomes, and ensure alignment among internal and external stakeholders.
  • Knowledge and understanding of laboratory terminology, good documentation, and good laboratory practices
  • Excellent knowledge with all aspects of MS Office including MS Project and Visio, Sharepoint and MS Teams.

Estimated Min Rate: $40.00
Estimated Max Rate: $50.00


What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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