Lab Operations Manager - St. Louis, MO

CIC • St. Louis, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

CIC seeks a highly capable, action-oriented and team-motivated individual to support the day-to-day operations of shared wet lab space and equipment on behalf of many users and projects. This is a great opportunity for you if you have at least three years of hands-on experience in a lab environment, offer solutions to the problems you see, like to test approaches to make continuous improvements, want to make a difference in an operational role with the opportunity for growth, and are motivated by exceeding the expectations of those around you. You will join our team as the operational expert for our wet labs. Your work is a mix of managing operations, equipment, and facilities, as well as being responsible for our clients’ experience while partnering with our shared workspace teams.

Requirements

• A college degree in laboratory science, chemistry, biology or another life science, or equivalent work experience; advanced degree a plus.
• At least 3-4 years of hands-on lab experience.
• Strong understanding of good laboratory practices concepts and lab safety practices.
• The ability to lift over 40 pounds and work on your feet for several hours at a time.
• Availability to work 9AM-5PM Monday through Friday, as well as rotating week-day holiday coverage and on-call weekend coverage.
• An interest in a long-term role - we are a growing company, and we like folks to grow with us.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with biohazardous material and/or working in a Biosafety Level 2 lab are a big plus.
• Certifications in EHS, management/supervision a plus.
• 5 S training a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all equipment and facilities to a high standard: troubleshoot issues, train staff and clients, coordinate preventative maintenance, certifications, and service.
• Oversee inventory and vendor relationships, and research new services and community improvements.
• Serve as the primary EHS point person (Biosafety Officer/Emergency Lead), ensuring regulatory compliance and leading client safety training.
• Lead client-facing operations including move-ins/move-outs, lab setup, decontamination, and timely communications.
• Support external engagement efforts, including prospective client tours, community events, and sponsor relationships in partnership with Sales, Events, and leadership teams.
• Assist in developing and implementing SOPs.

Benefits

• Starting compensation is commensurate with experience.
• 100% company paid premium healthcare and dental benefits.
• 100% company paid long and short-term disability, and life insurance.
• 401k (must be 21+).
• Three weeks of vacation (more with seniority) plus thirteen holidays from the start.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees