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The job details are as follows:Supervise the assembly and recellularization bioprocess execution teams with research efforts to support the development of tissue-based regenerative medicine products for the treatment of pulmonary hypertension and other lung diseases.
- Coordinate and organize the execution of experiments using human and non-human organs, tissues, and cells, ensuring activities are planned, scheduled, and aligned with study needs
- Operate in-house lung recellularization systems in novel ways while leading process development activities and identifying opportunities to improve current processes
- Maintain in-depth knowledge to perform routine tasks and analytical assays, including non-standard or complex aspects, with little to no instruction, and provide guidance to staff on deviations from defined procedures while filling in, as needed
- Supervise a team in the execution of tissue engineering cultures and the assembly of tubing, bioreactors, and specialized materials, providing technical guidance, prioritizing tasks, organizing schedules, leading training, and ensuring quality of outputs to support research activities across the lab
- Utilize project management skills to plan and schedule experiments, coordinate equipment and personnel availability, manage resources, and determine feasibility and timelines for completion using independent judgement
- Regularly review and analyze team activities and data to improve operational efficiency, including identifying opportunities to perform tasks simultaneously and implementing process improvements
- Author and update laboratory procedures and protocols under GLP-like conditions, incorporating process development and operational efficiency improvements, determining when new protocols are needed, and ensuring team awareness
- Coordinate technology transfer activities with industrial and academic partners, including addressing knowledge gaps, sharing protocols, and supporting successful transfers
- Coordinate the preparation and shipment of samples to CROs and external vendors, including sample identification, preparation, and alignment with shipping teams
- Record laboratory data in in-house data management systems, document experiments and process development activities, and ensure data accuracy by reviewing team entries and resolving discrepancies
- Manage materials and reagent usage required for experiments, track inventory, and partner with leadership to forecast needs and support ordering
- Coordinate team activities with responsibility for task delegation, methods, staffing, costs, and results, ensuring alignment with operational objectives
- Ensure expenses and spending are aligned with the department budget and support planning and cost management activities
- Follow and enforce proper procedures regarding laboratory safety, use of personal protective equipment, and handling of biohazard materials, including human or animal cells and tissues
- Handle human tissue, cells, and/or materials that come into contact with human cells that may carry infectious agents. Shall comply with appropriate safety procedures and exercise universal precautions
- May be required to work occasional evenings, weekends, or holidays to support lab experiments according to study design
- Supervise direct reports including training, goal setting, performance evaluations, and providing support for recruitment process, as needed
- Perform all other duties as required
Minimum Requirements
- 7+ years of post-baccalaureate experience in biology, cellular and molecular biology, or biomedical sciences with an Associate's Degree or 5+ years of post-baccalaureate experience in biology, cellular and molecular biology, or biomedical sciences with a Bachelor's Degree or 3+ years of post-baccalaureate experience in biology, cellular and molecular biology, or biomedical sciences with a Master's Degree
- 1+ years of experience demonstrating leadership through team coordination, coaching, or mentoring peers
- Facility with appropriate word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and related standard software
- Experience with laboratory instrumentation and data software
- Ability to lead resolution of issues such as investigations, troubleshooting, optimization efforts and scheduling/logistical issues
- Ability to effectively manage a diverse workforce
- Ability to handle confidential company data, projects, information, etc.
Preferred Qualifications
- 1+ years of experience directly supervising a team
- 1+ years of post-baccalaureate experience in cell culture or tissue engineering
- Familiar with the use and operation of equipment such as biological safety cabinets, fume hoods, balances, pipettes, freezers, fridges, NOVA system, cell counter, endotoxin readers etc.
- Excellent professional documentation and verbal communication skills. Ability to objectively, accurately, and thoroughly convey complex issues in writing
Job Location
This role is completely office/lab based in our Durham, NC location.
Eligible employees may participate in the Company's comprehensive benefits suite of programs, including medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage, employee wellness resources, savings plans (401k and ESPP), paid time off & paid parental leave benefits, disability benefits, and more. For additional information on Company benefits, please visit https://www.unither.com/careers/benefits-and-amenities
Eligible employees may participate in the Company's comprehensive benefits suite of programs, including medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage, employee wellness resources, savings plans (401k and ESPP), paid time off & paid parental leave benefits, disability benefits, and more. For additional information on Company benefits, please visit https://www.unither.com/careers/benefits-and-amenities
