Supervisor, R&D Labs

About this opportunity:

As a Supervisor, R&D Labs at Freenome, you will oversee our Research & Development laboratory operations. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with a passion for scientific innovation and operational excellence.  You will ensure the lab operates seamlessly and scales effectively amidst growth and increasing complexity. Your duties will encompass refining processes, upholding a high-performance work culture, and driving collaboration with Facilities, Supply Chain, and the Clinical Laboratory to meet the evolving needs of our R&D operations. You are passionate about driving scientific advancements and operation efficiencies, and you will have a significant impact on the continued growth of an organization dedicated to changing the entire landscape of cancer.

The role reports to the Senior Manager, Development & Scientific Operations. This role will be an onsite role based in our Brisbane, California headquarters.

What you’ll do:

• Manage and build a high-performing team, providing day-to-day guidance and support to foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
  
• Implement and maintain processes for cold storage organization, lab safety, equipment scheduling, lab notebook auditing, and general lab upkeep.
  
• Act as a key liaison with Supply Chain, Software, & R&D Science teams to integrate requirements and processes, ensuring auditability and documentation best practices.
  
• Partner with Supply Chain to ensure adequate supplies of consumables and reagents.
  
• Onboard new employees into the lab.
  
• Assist with Forecasting and tracking of lab budget.
  
• Collaborate with R&D teams in the planning and execution of the physical expansion of the R&D Lab in collaboration with Facilities.
  
• Lead initiatives to enhance laboratory capabilities and efficiency.
  
• Help drive safety culture and maintaining it as a top priority.
  
• Ability to identify critical equipment issues and drive CAPA’s to completion for the betterment of the department.
  
• Collaborate with Facilities, SciOps and Automation Service teams to maintain and monitor R&D cold storage, ensuring equipment-failure contingency plans are in place.
  
• Continuously assess team member proficiency to identify training needs and ensure team members receive regular in-service training.
  
• Contribute to  and implement the laboratory’s strategic vision and goals in alignment with organizational objectives.
  
• Actively participate in laboratory operations, providing hands-on support to ensure continuity and efficiency in lab activities.
  

Must haves:

• Bachelor’s in clinical laboratory science, biological science or a related discipline and 6+ years training/experience.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills.
• Proven track record of championing processes that improve efficiency in the lab.

Benefits and additional information:

The US target range of our base salary for new hires is $91,800 - $139,000. You will also be eligible to receive equity, cash bonuses, and a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits depending on the position offered.  Please note that individual total compensation for this position will be determined at the Company’s sole discretion and may vary based on several factors, including but not limited to, location, skill level, years and depth of relevant experience, and education. We invite you to check out our career page @ freenome.com/job-openings/ for additional company information.  

Freenome is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer, and we value diversity. Freenome does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.  

• Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)

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