Lab Manager

Job Title: Lab Manager
Location: Cambridge, MA
Duration: 12 Months+ (Possibilities of Extension)

Pay Range: $56 - $60/hr. on w2
 
Position Summary:
The CMC Synthetics Platform within the Sanofi R&D organization, is responsible for the process development of small molecule drug substances undergoing clinical studies. We are seeking a hands-on laboratory manager with excellent organizational skills to support our activities.
 
The person will provide:

• Provide on-site service to the Client for both laboratory functions and laboratory equipment and instrumentation maintenance and upkeep
• Perform experimental protocols to support the Client’s technology platforms
• Ensure compliance with health and safety teams and training as required for Sanofi lab operations
• Support inventory management, purchasing, and shipping of chemical compounds and laboratory supplies
• Laboratories support activities:
• Maintain equipment and support new equipment installation and material readiness for technology platforms
• Submit and track work requests and coordinate with service engineers to ensure timely service in cases of equipment failure
• Write and maintain training documentation describing the proper use of equipment and workflows
• Coordinate with IT for laboratory computer troubleshooting
• Assist scientists with shipping of chemical samples and bulk chemicals and intermediates between Sanofi sites and Sanofi CROs/CMOs including international shipping logistics
• Monitor and maintain HPLC/UPLC diluent and eluent supplies as needed
• Generate experimental data by following platform protocols

 
Requirements:

• B.S. or B.A. in relevant field (Chemistry or related discipline) with at least 3 years of relevant experience, or Master’s in Chemistry
• Demonstrated aptitude for working in the lab and hands-on experience with equipment and instrument maintenance
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and organization skills are required
• Ability to work independently and set own schedule
• Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience participating in teams and collaborative work environments.

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