Laboratory Management Leader

Novozymes North America•Davis, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Novonesis is hiring a Laboratory Management Leader to support its Davis, California R&D site. This visible operational role supports laboratories, facilities, and related services so researchers can work safely and effectively. The position combines operational, tactical, and continuous-improvement responsibilities, including laboratory operations, environmental health and safety programs, regulatory compliance, equipment programs, and laboratory support services. The role partners with researchers and colleagues in Quality, Facilities, Procurement, IT, and Site Leadership. It may also help shape future laboratory management processes and potentially lead a small Lab Services team.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience supporting laboratory operations, EH&S, compliance, or research support organizations.
Experience managing safety and regulatory compliance programs.
Working knowledge of laboratory safety, chemical safety, biosafety, emergency preparedness, and occupational health and safety principles.
Experience conducting risk assessments, inspections, incident investigations, and corrective-action management.
Experience with purchasing, inventory management, and vendor relationships.
Strong project management, organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work independently and build partnerships across multiple functions.
Strong commitment to safety, compliance, operational excellence, and customer service.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple activities in a dynamic R&D environment.
Willingness to work on site in Davis, California, on a full-time Monday-through-Friday schedule, with some flexibility for urgent operational needs.
Ability to occasionally handle or move laboratory supplies, equipment, or materials, using assistance or material-handling equipment when needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience in biotechnology, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, food ingredients, fermentation, or research environments.
Knowledge of Cal/OSHA regulations, California workplace violence prevention requirements, hazardous materials management, biosafety principles, and laboratory compliance requirements.
Experience managing laboratory equipment programs and service contracts.
Professional certifications such as ASP, CSP, CHMM, CIH, OSHA 30, or similar.
Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
A continuous improvement mindset with strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day operations and support activities across research laboratories and shared laboratory spaces.
Promote a strong environmental health and safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA, environmental, biosafety, and company requirements.
Manage laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration, certification, asset tracking, and lifecycle planning.
Conduct risk assessments, inspections, audits, and incident investigations, and follow up on corrective actions.
Partner with researchers, Quality, Facilities, Procurement, IT, and Site Leadership to improve laboratory effectiveness, operational efficiency, and compliance.
Manage laboratory purchasing, including consumables, chemicals, supplies, equipment, and service contracts.
Support laboratory operations, employees, equipment, and facilities through regular on-site presence.
Help shape future laboratory management processes and potentially lead a small Lab Services team.