Associate Director/Director, Facility & Laboratory Operations - LifeMine

 Why join us?

LifeMine is a biopharmaceutical company pioneering Top-Down Drug Discovery™, a bold new approach that leverages evolutionary insights from fungi to unearth next-generation precision medicines. Through our data-immersive and technologically expansive discovery engine, we are uniquely positioned to bring mechanistically and structurally novel precision medicines to patients in urgent need of breakthrough disease intervention. LifeMine's initial pipeline programs are focused in organ transplantation and antifungals. The Company is headquartered in Cambridge, MA, with offices in Gloucester, MA and Basel, Switzerland. 

What is the opportunity?

We are seeking an Associate Director/ Director of Facility & Laboratory Operations to lead all aspects of lab operations and facility management for our growing footprint in the Boston area. We are looking for an experienced individual that is hands-on and proactive with the energy and skills to drive projects and initiatives to completion. 

Responsibilities 

• Responsible for leading a team to oversee the day-to-day operations of US sites. Lead and oversee lab safety, regulatory compliance, and presenting the facility as a professional and appealing place to work and visit. 

• Manage maintenance, audits, and upkeep of all R&D equipment and building support systems, including but not limited to non-GMP systems for purified water, building HVAC, generators, house gases etc. 

• Troubleshoot equipment and coordinate major equipment repairs with external vendors appropriately. 

• Lead R&D renovations to support laboratory growth and ensure optimal space utilization as well as supporting ad hoc projects and cargo shipment management.

• Responsible for managing safety protocols and working with safety partners to ensure adherence to all company health, safety, and environmental regulations while maintaining up-to date permitting.

• Coordinate facility related communication efforts and vendor management, including contracts, safety, purchase orders and compliance. 

What you will need to be successful

• B.S. or M.S. in a scientific or engineering discipline with significant (5+ years) experience within the biotech/pharmaceutical industry in roles with increasing responsibility; experience with GLP/GMP facility operation is preferred 

• Minimum 4 years of lab management experience in the biotech or pharma industry 

• Excellent understanding of GLP and/or GMP guidelines and regulatory agency requirements 

• Demonstrated expertise in establishment and management of laboratories in a fast-paced biotech environment.

• Knowledge of laboratory safety, OSHA policies, and EPA standards 

• Aptitude for working with and troubleshooting laboratory equipment, and facility infrastructure. 

• Self-directed, able to work autonomously and takes ownership of projects. 

• Ability to work with a wide range of people effectively and efficiently. 

• Excellent organization and communication skills: write and speak confidently, concisely, and clearly with ability to present to groups and executives 

• Experience with managing and mentoring a team. 

• Ability to multi-task, detail focused, effectively lead team to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory agencies.

Our Culture DNA

Our success at LifeMine is rooted in our unique Culture DNA, shaping how we innovate, collaborate, and achieve our mission. These values drive us forward, pushing the boundaries of science and delivering transformative medicines.

Collective Genius

We thrive on our ability to think and act as force multipliers for each other, and our collective strength lies in our collaborative spirit and the unique talents of our diverse team. Together, we push the boundaries of science and technology to mine groundbreaking medicines.

Inquisitive Expeditioners

We are pioneers at heart, driven by relentless curiosity to explore uncharted territories in drug discovery, leveraging evolutionary insights from fungi to lead the journey of innovation.

Inspired Learners

We embody a culture of perpetual growth and curiosity, where learning, teaching each other, and innovation intersect. This commitment to exploration and education ensures we remain at the forefront of delivering sophisticated, precision medicines.

Medicine Miners

Mining for high-impact medicines is fundamental to our identity. Through our data-immersive and technologically expansive discovery engine, we bring sophisticated medicines to patients in urgent need. We're doing more than finding cures; we're securing a healthier future for humankind.