Science Operations Leader

Responsibilities:

• Scientific operational Leadership and Coordination:

• Liaise with the Lab Operations department to ensure seamless laboratory operations, including management of analytical instrumentation and specialized scientific equipment.

• Orchestrate resource allocation and manage logistical demands associated with the transition from Waltham to Kendall Square, ensuring continuity of ongoing experiments and research projects

• Ensure reliable communication and representation, providing decision-making support.

• Conduct comprehensive onboarding for new scientific personnel, including laboratory safety protocols, Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) guidelines, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for laboratory technicians.

• Perform systematic analysis to identify areas for process optimization and cost-efficiency in scientific operations, presenting evidence-based recommendations to senior management and key stakeholders

• Site Representation and Scientific Management:

• Serve as the primary scientific operations liaison for the Waltham site, transitioning to Kendall Square, ensuring seamless integration of research activities.

• Develop and foster a culture of community and scientific excellence through effective department communications, simplificationprojects and driving research efficiencies.

• Act as sustainability champion, interfacing with MyGreenLabs and other sustainability groups to implement eco-friendly laboratory practices and reduce environmental impact of scientific operations.

• Support local Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) initiatives across Chemistry and Bioscience departments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices in laboratory safety

• Local Leadership Team Facilitation:

• Organize and facilitate regular local leadership & science team meetings, ensuring that agendas are clear and focused on strategic priorities.

• Develop and distribute meeting content and materials, fostering effective communication and engagement among team members.

• Follow up on action items and decisions made during meetings to ensure timely and successful implementation.

• Financial Management:

• Oversee department budgets, focusing on external spend and consumables.

• Track and confirm scope for spend requests, ensuring alignment with financial goals.

• Scientific Project Management and Strategic Initiatives:

• Plan and deliver operational meetings to maintain alignment on strategic objectives.

• Lead operational simplification and efficiency improvements of relevancy for the departments

• Lead ad hoc projects, including productivity reviews and continuing professional development frameworks.

RequiredQualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a relevant scientific field; an advanced degree is a plus

• BS degree with 5+ years of experience or

• MS degree and 3+ years of experience.

• Extensive experience in operations management within a scientific or research-oriented environment.

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage cross-functional teams.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.

• Experience with budget management and financial oversight.

• Familiarity with laboratory operations and safety standards.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in the biopharmaceutical or chemistry research environment.

• Strong project management skills and experience with large-scale relocations or transitions.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic and fast-paced team environment.

• Proficiency with financial software and project management tools.