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Salary: USD 114,000 - 211,900 / annual
Mariana Oncology seeks an experienced Site Lead for Lab Operations to join the Operations team within G&A. This role carries accountability for overall lab operations strategy, execution, and operational compliance across Mariana sites.
Key responsibilities include:
- Manage Lab Operations Manager(s) and oversee operational execution at the 100 Forge Rd site and expansion sites
- Establish continuity of operations between sites and drive alignment with Novartis sites where appropriate
- Develop and maintain the Lab Operations budget
- Lead lab vendor program strategy in consultation with Lab Managers and Research team members
- Ensure smooth partnerships with Finance, IT, Procurement, Facilities, and HSE
- Oversee lab CAPEX and space planning approvals
- Serve as escalation point for Lab Operations issues and operational compliance questions
- Evaluate and ensure implementation of appropriate procedures and protocols
- Support the Head of Mariana Oncology Operations in overall Site Operations strategy
- Ensure Lab Operations interfaces effectively with partner groups
- Maintain accountability for operational compliance and alignment with Novartis procedures, including shipping compliance and biosample management
- Participate in lab-facing projects such as Electronic Lab Notebook management and lab data management
- Ensure efficient and appropriate communication with stakeholder groups including research teams and HSE
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or above in a relevant discipline with bench science experience, preferably in biotech or pharma
- 8-10+ years of experience in operations within a lab setting
- Extraordinary communication skills, both oral and written, across all audiences
- Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills
- Expert leader, facilitator, and organizer in emergency situations
- Ability to remain calm under pressure, thoughtful when challenged, empathetic, consistent, and caring
- Ability to work independently and drive projects forward
- Problem-solving skills in creative and effective ways
- Ability to interface with diverse stakeholders (researchers, management, etc.) to reach consensus
- Strong judgment and prioritization skills
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
