Job Description

Manager/Senior Manager – Lab & Facilities Operations

Tenvie is a biotechnology company committed to engineering small molecules that transform the treatment of neurological diseases. The company’s foundation is purpose-built with a diverse portfolio of small molecules and a proven team of CNS drug developers to rapidly deliver multiple clinical assets. Tenvie is advancing a pipeline of therapeutics focused on treating neurological, cardiometabolic, and ophthalmic diseases. Its portfolio of wholly owned, highly brain-penetrant, and precision-designed peripherally restricted small molecules address three key drivers of disease: resolving inflammation, rescuing metabolic dysfunction, and restoring lysosomal function. 

We are looking for an experienced, organized, and motivated Manager/Senior Manager, Lab & Facilities Operations. This individual will manage our purchasing processes, interface with our laboratory teams, work cross-functionally with our finance team, and manage our commercial vendors. They will establish and maintain our inventory system, manage our general laboratory facility, ensure all permits are up to date, and ensure we are fully compliant with biological and safety requirements. The successful candidate is expected to manage at least one direct report and work in a matrixed environment with our scientific teams to continuously improve efficiency and breadth of our laboratory operations processes. This person will also oversee general facilities operations, interfacing with building and office management. This is an excellent opportunity to join a biotech company with groundbreaking work in the field. This role is onsite.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Manage upcoming company relocation 

· Oversee tenant improvements of lab and office spaces and coordinate facility repairs

· Interface with building management and landlord to ensure compliance with all tenant requirements and terms 

· Collaborate with operations and administrative functions to maximize office and facilities efficiency

· Create and optimize processes to manage, maintain, and track lab supply inventory, labware and equipment

· Manage and track common lab equipment across its life cycle including price negotiation, purchasing, integration services, installation, calibration, preventative maintenance, repairs, service contract renewal, upgrades, and disposal

· Interface with finance and scientific teams to execute and maintain purchase orders and timely invoicing

· Monitor and maintain lab vendor relationships/services/invoicing and identify replacement vendors, as appropriate

· Lead a lab operations team and provide leadership team updates 

· Develop and maintain a cold storage organization and tracking system

· Work with EH&S consultants/team to manage and lead Biosafety permitting processes and EH&S inspections

· Oversee lab safety and regulatory compliance, including tracking chemical inventory, coordinating medical and hazardous wastes and enforcing PPE policy and lab safety rules

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Minimum Bachelor’s degree in life science related discipline · 4+ years Biotech/Pharma experience in lab and/or facilities operations · Strong organizational and planning skills in a fast-paced environment · Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work · Proficiency in MS Excel and office suites · High attention to detail and excellent problem-solving abilities · Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Expected salary range:

• $105,000 – $135,000 annual base salary

Tenvie is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our goal is to have a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or disability or any other status protected under federal, state or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

Job Tags

Contract work, Local area, Relocation,

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