Supervisor, R&D Labs

About this opportunity:

As a Supervisor, R&D Labs at Freenome, you will oversee our Research & Development laboratory operations. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with a passion for scientific innovation and operational excellence. You will ensure the lab operates seamlessly and scales effectively amidst growth and increasing complexity. Your duties will encompass refining processes, upholding a high-performance work culture, and driving collaboration with Facilities, Supply Chain, and the Clinical Laboratory to meet the evolving needs of our R&D operations. You are passionate about driving scientific advancements and operation efficiencies, and you will have a significant impact on the continued growth of an organization dedicated to changing the entire landscape of cancer.

The role reports to the Senior Manager, Development & Scientific Operations. This role will be an onsite role based in our Brisbane, California headquarters.

What you’ll do:

• Manage and build a high-performing team, providing day-to-day guidance and support to foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development

• Implement and maintain processes for cold storage organization, lab safety, equipment scheduling, lab notebook auditing, and general lab upkeep

• Act as a key liaison with Supply Chain, Software, & R&D Science teams to integrate requirements and processes, ensuring auditability and documentation best practices

• Partner with Supply Chain to ensure adequate supplies of consumables and reagents

• Onboard new employees into the lab

• Assist with Forecasting and tracking of lab budget

• Collaborate with R&D teams in the planning and execution of the physical expansion of the R&D Lab in collaboration with Facilities

• Lead initiatives to enhance laboratory capabilities and efficiency

• Help drive safety culture and maintaining it as a top priority

• Ability to identify critical equipment issues and drive CAPA’s to completion for the betterment of the department

• Collaborate with Facilities, SciOps and Automation Service teams to maintain and monitor R&D cold storage, ensuring equipment-failure contingency plans are in place.

• Continuously assess team member proficiency to identify training needs and ensure team members receive regular in-service training

• Contribute to and implement the laboratory’s strategic vision and goals in alignment with organizational objectives

• Actively participate in laboratory operations, providing hands-on support to ensure continuity and efficiency in lab activities.

Must haves:

• Bachelor’s in clinical laboratory science, biological science or a related discipline and 6+ years training/experience
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills
• Proven track record of championing processes that improve efficiency in the lab

Benefits and additional information:

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