Laboratory Manager

Slingshot Biosciences is a fast-growing life sciences company with a platform technology and paradigm-shifting mission to make precision-engineered cell mimics the gold standard for all cell-based assay controls. We are transforming cell-based applications with the most robust, scalable, and reproducible controls available, including TruCytes™ Biomarker controls, SpectraComp® compensation controls, ViaComp® cell health controls, and FlowCytes® instrument controls.  

Our TruCytes cell mimics precisely replicate real cells’ optical and biochemical properties - without the sourcing, quality, or cost challenges of traditional controls.  Trusted in cell-based applications across cell therapy, drug development, and diagnostics, they empower process and analytical development, quality control, potency assessments, multi-site validations, clinical research studies, and assay development and validation.  

Slingshot is seeking motivated, creative team members who think outside the box. We empower employees to own their work, contribute ideas quickly, and improve processes. Come join our cross-disciplinary and world-class team that is delivering game-changing solutions for cell-based applications!

Learn more about Slingshot and what we do:  

Navigating the opportunities and challenges in analytical development of flow cytometry for T cell therapy Cell & Gene Therapy Insights, 2024.

Synthetic abnormal mast cell particles successfully mimic neoplastic mast cells by flow cytometry Clinical Cytometry, 2024.

We need to talk about Flow Cytometry Nature, 2023. 

Location:  Emeryville, CA. This position is on-site.

Responsibilities

• Ensure and manage effective day-to-day operations of the R&D lab, working collaboratively with a diverse cross-functional team.
• Monitor, order, and stock lab supplies and consumables in collaboration with procurement and shipping teams.
• Establish and ensure compliance with appropriate laboratory health and safety guidelines, including maintaining records of inspections, training, SOPs, SDS repository, etc, and providing and documenting on-site training for R&D laboratory staff.
• Support general lab activities, including managing waste streams, cleaning schedules, material deliveries, etc.
• Manage equipment and coordinate instrument maintenance, repairs, and calibration, and collaborate with facilities and lab operations to plan and implement new laboratory instrumentation and automation.
• Perform and analyze data from experiments to support the development of new technologies and the delivery of custom products.

Required qualifications

• Associates degree in Engineering/Chemistry/Biology/Material Science; Bachelors preferred; Degree in non-scientific discipline will be considered if direct industry experience in a prior lab manager role
• 1+ years experience in life sciences/laboratory environment
• Strong understanding of laboratory workflows and creative problem solving skills
• Experience documenting operating procedures
• Attention to detail, strong communication and organization skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and quickly changing environment
• Be collaborative, curious, detail oriented, and analytical, with a proven ability to learn quickly

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with aseptic technique and handling BSL2 materials
• Experience in lab manager role in start-up environment
• Experience developing and implementing new processes to streamline workflows

Salary and Benefits:

The base salary range for this full-time position is between $84,000 - $111,000 + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are calculated by role and level. Your position within that range will be determined by your job-related knowledge, skills, experience, relevant education, and training/certifications. 

• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Stock Option Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Family Leave
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Fully stocked break room with food, snacks and beverages

About Slingshot:  

Our north star is to make healthcare more accessible around the world. We are doing this by advancing cell biology to develop innovative solutions for human health.

At Slingshot, we value diversity and believe that a variety of backgrounds and experiences leads to more innovative ideas and a better understanding of our customers. Passion is at the core of our values, and employees are encouraged to pursue their passions in their work and contribute to the company's overall mission.

Slingshot Biosciences is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. 

 Proof of such vaccination will be required as part of the hiring process.

Slingshot Biosciences is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.