November 19, 2024

GRAIL

Menlo Park

FULL TIME

Research & Development Laboratory Manager #4023

GRAIL is seeking a Laboratory Manager for the R&D lab at our Menlo Park headquarters. You will lead lab and instrument maintenance as well as support R&D lab work execution whenever possible, as an opportunity for continued growth. The ideal candidate is a meticulous, self-motivated, and outstanding teammate with some hands-on laboratory experience. The candidate will partner with many functions of our organization - R&D, Automation, Engineering, EH&S, Facilities, and Quality - to identify requirements and implement processes such as upkeep 5-Sigma standards, coordinate instrument maintenance plan, ensure adequate waste disposal, write documentation, and be instrumental in the day to day operations of the GRAIL R&D laboratories. Prior experience maintaining labs with ISO 13485 certification is a plus.

Responsibilities:

Be responsible for equipment maintenance according to the laboratory’s standard operating procedures.
Coordinate equipment maintenance and repair with equipment engineers.
Responsible for maintaining sufficient inventory of materials, supplies, and equipment in the laboratory for performance of duties.
Develop and write SOP for equipment maintenance and operation as needed.
Assist R&D with lab task execution.
Assist with training of new laboratory personnel and training of new procedures with existing personnel.
Coordinate equipment training of the lab staff with the vendor.
Follow guidelines when handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous or bio-hazardous materials.
Be the point of contact for new equipment installation or any laboratory related activity.
Work closely with Facilities and Quality to understand and implement requirements for ISO 13485 certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

BS/BA degree and 5-8 years of related experience or Masters and 2-5 years of related experience
Strong communicator and team player, able to establish collaborative relationships with colleagues and vendors as needed.
Self-motivated to execute high-quality work through strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail, following good laboratory and documentation practices.
Able to integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner.
Able to prioritize, complete assignments, and drive to results with a high emphasis on quality.
Proficient in Google Suite and Microsoft office (text editor, spreadsheets and slides).
Problem solver who can analyze, solve and propose solutions to issues related to the laboratory operations.