Lab Systems Manager

Celcuity•Minneapolis, MN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Manager R&D Laboratory, the Lab Systems Manager ensures that highly regulated laboratory, research, and manufacturing environments operate safely and efficiently. This role encompasses activities related to the maintenance and continuous improvement of R&D laboratory physical operations including instrumentation, process equipment, facilities, CO2/N2 gas supplies, cryo storage, hazardous waste disposal while maintaining strict compliance with FDA, GMP, and OSHA standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (e.g. military) in a related engineering or scientific field.
5–8+ years in laboratory systems management, with a strong preference for experience in highly regulated environments like biotech or pharma.
Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) tools.
Knowledge of laboratory systems and instrumentation operating principles.
Experience troubleshooting equipment and instrumentation.
Must understand the purpose and architecture of typical laboratory instrumentation and processing equipment.
Demonstrate resourcefulness and troubleshooting capability with respect to laboratory equipment.

Nice To Haves

Certified Facility Manager (CFM) or Facility Management Professional (FMP) preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate calibration and preventive maintenance (PM) and sensitive laboratory and process equipment, maximizing work quality and minimizing downtime.
Manage instrument alarm systems and LIMBLE CMMS.
Coordinate and facilitate new equipment selection.
Manage specialized utilities such as DI/RO water systems, lab vacuums, process chilled water, compressed gases, and liquid nitrogen storage units.
Monitor operation of and resolve building systems issues, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems (BAS). Work with the Property Manager as necessary.
Ensure facilities meet cGMP, ISO, and safety requirements. Lead safety audits and maintain detailed documentation for inspections.
Oversee the proper storage, labeling, and disposal of hazardous chemicals and biological materials.
Lead facility upgrades, lab expansions, and equipment or lab operations improvement projects, coordinating between internal research teams and external contractors.
Negotiate service contracts for specialized lab services and manage the facility’s operating and capital budgets. Interact effectively with service vendors.