Lab Operations Manager

Eikon Therapeutics•Millbrae, CA

3d•$121,000 - $145,950•Onsite

About The Position

As the Lab Operations Manager at Eikon, you will be a critical member of our team by supporting scientists and engineers in a fast-paced work environment. You will be responsible for maintaining day-to-day operations of the laboratories, supporting equipment and supplies, and partnering with EH&S, Facilities, IT, and other teams. This position requires strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or a related discipline, plus 6+ years of experience in lab management or scientific operations.
Experience with laboratory safety practices and requirements.
Ability to adapt and remain flexible in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively.
Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Self-motivated, highly organized, and detail-oriented, with strong documentation and record-keeping skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to build strong, collaborative relationships across scientific, engineering, and operational teams.
Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic research environment.
Proactive and resourceful, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues independently.
Enjoy training, supporting, and mentoring team members and laboratory staff.
Strong commitment to laboratory safety, organization, and operational excellence.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and take the initiative to implement solutions.

Responsibilities

Oversee and optimize day-to-day lab operations in support of science and engineering teams.
Serve as the primary point of contact for lab operational needs, coordinating with Facilities, EH&S, IT, Procurement, vendors, and scientific teams.
Manage lab consumables and inventory, including purchasing, vendor management, receiving, storage, organization, and maintaining appropriate stock levels.
Manage lab equipment, including installation, preventative maintenance, calibration, repairs, training, relocation, and decommissioning.
Maintain equipment and asset records, service schedules, warranties, and vendor documentation.
Coordinate lab support activities, including glassware washing, autoclaving, freezer defrosting, lab cleanups, and general lab organization.
Maintain cell culture lab environments, including routine cleaning of BSCs, water baths, incubators, and shared equipment.
Manage laboratory gases and oversee cold-storage equipment and alarm response.
Coordinate chemical and biohazardous waste collection and disposal in partnership with EH&S.
Partner with EH&S to support lab safety programs, inspections, safe work practices, and compliance with established safety requirements.
Maintain lab SOPs, procedures, records, and other operational documentation.
Coordinate lab space planning and ensure equipment and utility needs are supported.
Troubleshoot and resolve lab operational issues while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, reliability, and cost control.