Posted 4459 days ago
Genemarkers is accepting applications for a Molecular Biology Laboratory Manager. This is a full-time position that will report directly to the company president in Kalamazoo. This is a mid-senior level position in biotechnology.
Job Responsibilities
• Provides direct supervision of lab staff, including scheduling, staff training, performance management, and monitoring of workflow to ensure lab efficiency.
• Performs all duties associated with a Molecular Technologist and provides technical coverage including participation in assay development and preparation of maintenance protocols according to company standards.
• Supervises proper maintenance of laboratory equipment; monitors QA and equipment controls; maintains records and procedures for management requirements.
• Supervises laboratory supply orders; maintains inventory; generates/updates cost analysis and researches capital purchases.
• Must be able to communicate both orally and in writing with staff and professional colleagues.
• Assures that proper competency and training documentation is maintained.
• Maintains instrumentation service agreements\warranties and communicates changes to lab personnel.
Desired Skills and Experience
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, demonstrates the ability to analyze and evaluate innovative ideas, exhibits a collaborative approach and possesses strong communication skills.
• Masters or PhD and a minimum of 5 years experience in relevant field.
• Hands-on experience with RNA/DNA isolation, microarray analysis, qPCR, cell culture, statistics/bioinformatics, knowledge of Next-Gen sequencing a plus.
• Experience in Molecular Diagnostic Laboratory a plus.
Company Description
Genemarkers is a young, rapidly growing contract research organization located in Kalamazoo, Mich., that specializes in genomics technologies, providing genomics research services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology and personal care companies.