Manager, In Vitro Toxicology

Manager, In Vitro Toxicology

Location: Kalamazoo, MI

Department: Life Sciences Operations

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: Mon. – Fri.: 8:15AM – 5:00PM; variable as needed

Clinical Status: Clinical

LifeNet Health is searching for talented individuals who will embrace our mission of saving lives, restoring health, and giving hope.

LifeNet Health, headquartered in Virginia Beach, Virginia, is the largest nonprofit organ procurement organization (“OPO”) and tissue processor in the United States, as well as a leading innovator in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Our goal is to improve the quality of human life through the provision of organs, tissues and cells for transplantation; to provide innovation in the fields of bio-implants, regenerative medicine and research; and, to serve the community with educational and support services that enhance the donation process.  LifeNet Health has over 1200 employees and has a growing global presence.

How you will contribute to LifeNet Health’s success:

The Manager, LifeSciences In Vitro Toxicology is responsible for operational planning and execution, managing staffing and resources, participating, and leading laboratory science initiatives, and driving continuous improvements. Partners within the organization and influences other key stakeholders to help drive results. Manages activities of cell culture, assay development, and study design.  Assists the Executive Director with project management, data analysis, and report writing. 

What you’ll do:

• Operations and Planning: Perform and manage completion of service projects for clients.  Develop new methods and approaches to address client needs.  Establish and validate new cell-based assays. Work with the Executive Director on client reports and communicate experimental designs. Compile data, results, and suggestions and present to management for review. Drive the execution of business plans and projects for assigned location(s) and business unit.
• Project Management: Oversee all laboratory projects and communicate any concerns or issues with Management.  Maintain study schedules and ensure lab staff meets appropriate deadlines. Work with junior lab staff and provide assistance and guidance. 
• Lab/Personnel Management: Set requirements and expectations for direct reports to improve lab operations and efficiency. Develop and train staff on SOPs and other established quality control metrics. Measure and evaluate performance, provide feedback, and drive performance accountability among team.
• Safety and Quality: Responsible for the overall safety, quality, and performance of operations within assigned locations(s). Work with Quality Assurance to maintain GLP compliance with laboratory operations.
• KPIs:  Monitor key performance indicators including financial metrics. Investigate budget variances and adjust operations or recommend adjustments as necessary.
• Inventory Management Manage inventory (cell vials, tissue, media products, supplies, reagents, equipment acquisition, equipment preventative maintenance and production documentation maintenance) to include oversight of shipping and logistics (supplies, paperwork, SOP documentation, physical picking/packing/shipping).

What you’ll bring (Minimum Requirements):

• Master’s Degree – Life Sciences or related experience in cell-based biology
• THREE (3) years supervisory/management experience
• FIVE (5) years related experience in cell-based assays. PCR, cell culture, and/or cell biology

Preferred:

• FIVE (5) years supervisory/management experience
• EIGHT (8) years related experience in operations, contract research organizations 

These would be nice too (Knowledge Skills and Abilities):

• Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Analytical Skills: Ability to visualize, articulate, conceptualize, or solve problems by making decisions that are sensible
• Problem Solving Skills: Review relevant information to develop & evaluate options and implement solutions
• Management Skills: Ability to coach & mentor, set goals, manage performance and drive accountability
• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate verbally and in writing & across multiple levels in the organization
• Presentation Skills: Ability to develop and deliver information tailored to an audience

Why work at LifeNet Health?

We have a fierce drive for our mission of Saving Lives, Restoring Health, and Giving Hope. You won’t find another company with a culture as strong as ours.

• 403(b) and Profit-Sharing Plan
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Corporate sponsored events for employees
• Work-life balance with generous paid time off to include vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Personal career, skill, and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness Program (gym reimbursement, monthly wellness webinars, mental health toolkit, financial resources, and much more)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and members of their household
• Dedicated and passionate co-workers

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.