Senior Manager, Analytical Operations
About The Position
Sana Biotechnology is growing, and we are hiring new team members who believe in the potential of engineered cells as medicines, who are passionate about delivering the possible to patients, and who lead with the desire to work on novel ideas. As a Senior Manager, Analytical Operations, you will report to the Senior Director, Analytical Development and Quality Control. You will lead the execution of routine analytical testing while overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Analytical Operations laboratory. In this role, you will partner closely with Analytical Development, Process Development/MSAT, Research, and Site Operations to support laboratory buildout and expansion, ensure timely delivery of high-quality data, and drive operational excellence. You will also play a key role in building and developing a high-performing team.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience in cell therapy or a related field
- Strong background in analytical testing, including flow cytometry and cell-based assays
- Experience using tools for assay performance monitoring and data trending
- Demonstrated experience managing direct reports and supporting career development
- Highly collaborative team player, with experience interfacing between Analytical Development, Process Development, and/or Research
- Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and quality standards (e.g. FDA, ICH, and USP/EP)
Nice To Haves
- Experience leading digital or laboratory automation initiatives
- Experience working in a regulated, quality-driven environment
- Hands-on experience supporting laboratory investigations and audits in a GMP setting
- Experience with pluripotent stem cells and differentiation
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Analytical Development and Site Operations to support laboratory buildout, maintenance, and expansion, including budgeting for reagents, consumables, and capital equipment
- Oversee equipment installation, qualification, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management (calibration and maintenance)
- Plan, schedule, and execute routine analytical testing to meet turnaround time requirements for Process Development/MSAT and Research teams
- Ensure accurate and complete documentation of testing activities in electronic laboratory notebooks
- Develop and monitor operational metrics to identify inefficiencies and drive continuous improvement in laboratory workflows
- Implement semi-automated or automated solutions for assay performance monitoring and control trending
- Lead and develop team members through regular feedback, coaching, and performance management
- Influence cross-functional stakeholders and effectively prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- Promote a culture of scientific rigor, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Contribute to hiring efforts and build a high-performing, collaborative team
Benefits
- Generous portion of the cost for employee health coverage
- Ample time-off (various paid time off benefits, such as holidays, vacation, sick time, and parental leave)
- Short- and long-term disability
- Employer paid basic life insurance
- Additional voluntary life insurance protection
- Financial wellness programs including financial planning resources
- A 401(k) Plan with an immediately vested employer match
- Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Commuter subsidy
- A variety of wellness offerings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
