R&D Laboratory Specialist

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We are seeking a dedicated and experienced R&D Laboratory Specialist to join our dynamic team here in San Diego! As a knowledge expert on lab management processes for the R&D department assisting with all aspects of managing the R&D labs, you will develop strong relationships with our internal customers in R&D by understanding their needs and providing proactive support in ensuring we have seamless lab operations and resolve any logistical or facility-related challenges.

Your passion for helping people, problem-solving skills, and ability to handle challenges will ensure that our internal teams have the resources and assistance they need to succeed in making an impact on the medical and healthcare space!

This is a fully onsite role based in San Diego, CA.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversees the needs of the R&D department when manager is unavailable.
• Mentor junior members of the Lab Management Department.
• Provides operational and safety training on the laboratory facility to new employees.
• Assists writing and executing protocols and procedures. 
• Act as a liaison with IS to manage technical support and project implementation issues.
• Coordinates the tracking of clinical samples for R&D. 
• Analyzes inventory trends for internal demand and prepares monthly reports, i.e., tracking universal reagents needs to support ongoing projects, etc. 
• Works with Planning Department to maximize the use of materials and reagents to reduce scrap costs. 
• Contacts suppliers and manages corrective actions related to lab shipments. 
• Manage master equipment list, schedule service vendors, verify calibration report, and in-house maintenance duties.
• Assist R&D facilities management with day-to-day running of the laboratories.  Interact with planning and support outside vendors to ensure an appropriate and efficient supply chain for R&D.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS in Life Science or equivalent
• Minimum of 5+ years related experience.
• Laboratory Bio Safety Certification a plus.
• Extensive knowledge in chemical safety.
• Knowledge of cGMP guidelines and familiar with 21 CFR Part 820.
• Experience with MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, Oracle
• Ability to effectively work with cross-functional departments within the company.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skill level required. Demonstrated ability to interface with all levels of management, including resolving laboratory related issues.
• Good organization and follow-up skills.
• Excellent time management and detail orientation skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities. 
• Good understanding of lab equipment
• Excellent attention to details, critical thinking, analytical skills, a high level of initiative, ability to effectively solve problems, and strong customer service skills a must.
• Working knowledge of laboratory information management systems.
• Familiarity with IRB protocol management and medical research compliance practices.
• Inventory Control 

The annualized base salary range for this role is $78,700 to $123,000 and is bonus eligible. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on factors including relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, geography, education, business needs, and market demand.

Why Hologic?

We are committed to making Hologic the company where top talent comes to grow. For you to succeed, we want to enable you with the tools and knowledge required and so we provide comprehensive training when you join as well as continued development and training throughout your career.

If you have the right skills and experience, apply today!

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Agencies that submit a resume to Hologic must have a current executed Hologic Agency Agreement executed by a member of the Human Resource Department. In addition Agencies may only submit candidates to positions for which they have been invited to do so by a Hologic Recruiter.  All resumes must be sent to the Hologic Recruiter under these terms or they will not be considered.

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