Analytical Development Lab Manager

Celldex Therapeutics

$116K — $150K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in biology, biotechnology, or related field; Master's preferred
  • 8-10+ years of experience in Analytical Development, with leadership in Biotech/Pharma
  • Proficient in ELISA, HPLC, UPLC, and other analytical techniques for monoclonal antibodies
  • Familiarity with ChemStation, Softmax, and Biovia ELN is preferred
  • Ability to think critically and creatively in solving instrumentation issues
  • Strong documentation and writing skills
  • Effective interpersonal and communication skills
  • Exceptional self-management and organizational skills

Responsibilities

  • Review solution preparation notebooks and electronic lab notebooks (ELNs)
  • Conduct accuracy checks on development and qualification notebook entries
  • Approve technical reports and manage equipment service plans
  • Oversee IT ticket issues related to laboratory software and equipment
  • Supervise laboratory inventory management and reagent orders
  • Schedule preventive maintenance for lab equipment and ensure training for analysts
  • Propose and implement improvements to laboratory methods and efficiency

Benefits

  • 401(K) plan with employer contribution
  • Health care and insurance benefits for employee and family
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days
  • Annual discretionary bonus
  • Long-term incentive based on performance
Full Job Description
Overview

Responsible for overseeing equipment maintenance and troubleshooting as well as laboratory activities to assure effective, efficient, and compliant adherence to all company policies, procedures and when appropriate, cGMP requirements. Oversee the timely assignment and completion of work for the laboratory.

Responsibilities
  • Review of solution preparation notebooks / ELNs
  • Review of development, qualification and characterization notebook entries as per designated review responsibilities (based on experience) for accuracy and appropriate timeliness
    • Number confirmations to support data review
  • Review/approval of technical reports
  • Management of equipment service plan information and scheduling of service visits / interaction with technicians
  • Oversight of IT tickets / follow-up for software / equipment issues.
  • AD lab supervision 6
    • Inventory management, onboarding of inventory management software/use of Smartsheet
      • ensuring 2-8 and freezers (-20, -80) inventories kept current
      • proper disposal of samples no longer needed and hazardous waste streams
      • Oversee the ordering and receipt of reagents, equipment and lab ware.
    • lab equipment PM/installation scheduling, preparation and oversight
    • oversight of completion for sample information-receipt binders/ instrument logs.
    • Independently identify and /or manage actual and potential problems as they arise and propose solutions, implement actions to be taken and / or experimental designs to be executed.
    • Supervise laboratory investigations in a timely and compliant manner.
    • Maintain current awareness of and recommend implementations for improvements in accuracy and efficiency of laboratory functions, procedures and systems.
    • Ensure analysts are trained on and proficient in performing new analyses and operating new equipment.
    • Propose new ideas for improvement of laboratory methods, procedures and overall departmental responsibilities.
  • Willingness to take ownership of projects and commitment to see through to completion independently:
    • ELN template generation
    • Equipment management tracking tools
    • Onboarding of new software and/or technologies
Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science degree in biology, biotechnology, or related science field. Masters Degree preferred.
  • 8 - 10+ years experience in Analytical Development preferably in a senior or leadership position in the Biotech/Pharma industry or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience with ELISA, HPLC, UPLC, CE-SDS,cIEF,DSC, DSF, SEC-MALS, DLS, LC-MS in testing monoclonal antibodies.
  • Experience with ChemStation, Softmax, Compass for iCE, SoloVPE, Astra, MassHunter and Biovia ELN preferred, but not required.
  • The ability to think and solve problems creatively from a critical and analytical perspectiveformethods, instrumentation, and unexpected results.
  • Meticulous documentation and strong writing skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, includingexcellent communication, collaboration, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams
  • Exceptional self-management skills, including taking initiative and time management.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Confidence to ask questions and take calculated risks.
Compensation StatementThe expected base salary for this position is: $116156.00 to $150852.00. We are committed to compensating employees equitably based on several factors including experience, education, licensure/certifications, skill level, location of the position, and availability of similar talent in a competitive market. Compensation for this role includes base salary, annual discretionary bonus, long term incentive, 401(K) plan with employer contribution, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. A summary of our benefits can be found on our careers page

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