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Manager, Lab Asset Operations

Lexington, MA

About Voyager Therapeutics

Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: VYGR) is a biotechnology company dedicated to leveraging the power of human genetics to modify the course of – and ultimately cure – neurological diseases. Our pipeline includes programs for Alzheimer’s disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Parkinson’s disease, and multiple other diseases of the central nervous system. Many of our programs are derived from our TRACER™ AAV capsid discovery platform, which we have used to generate novel capsids and identify associated receptors to potentially enable high brain penetration with genetic medicines following intravenous dosing. Some of our programs are wholly owned, and some are advancing with partners including Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease; Novartis Pharma AG; and Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. For more information, visit www.voyagertherapeutics.com.

Voyager Therapeutics® is a registered trademark, and TRACER™ is a trademark, of Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. 

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated Manager, Lab Asset Operations to oversee laboratory asset optimization and site operations in a dynamic biotech environment. This role is responsible for ensuring the efficiency, safety, and compliance of lab activities while supporting scientific teams with the necessary resources and infrastructure to drive innovation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in lab asset management, lab operations, facilities coordination, IT coordination, vendor relations, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Lab Operations & Management

  • Oversee day-to-day laboratory operations, ensuring seamless workflow and efficiency.
  • Manage lab inventory, equipment maintenance, and procurement to support research and development activities.
  • Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to enhance lab efficiency.
  • Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and cross-functional teams to meet project goals.
  • Onboarding & offboarding of physical laboratory assets, such as benchtop equipment and analytical instrumentation. Additionally, this may include intangible assets, such as software licenses.
  • Oversee equipment maintenance planning, documentation lifecycle management, and managing contracts. Coordination with vendors to perform calibrations, repairs and recertifications on equipment assets (i.e., biosafety cabinets, UPLCs, etc.).
  • Ensure all facility equipment, operations and maintenance information/data is entered, tracked, and allocated correctly in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Sanitize data and/or enhance naming convention across dataset to ensure reports can be generated accurately, equipment history can be tracked, maintenance tasks can be scheduled, and spare parts inventory is managed.
  • Support in-field activities on the shop floor as deemed appropriate (i.e., equipment troubleshooting, equipment ID tag, calibration status sticker(s), out of service notices, testing in progress, etc.)
  • Purchase order creation within Oracle Procurement Cloud interface, managing approval workflow(s), collaborating with suppliers, providing updates on order status, working internally to provide real-time visibility into purchase order status, ensuring all phases of the approval workflows are tracked and managed.
  • Provide reporting on procurement activities, track spend, and make data driven recommendations to drive internal cost savings discussions.
  • Perform quarterly inventory of all assets on 2nd and 3rd floor equipment located at 75 Hayden Ave (Lexington).

Compliance & Safety

  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, GLP, GMP, and other relevant regulatory requirements.
  • Lead lab safety programs, including hazardous materials management and emergency response.
  • Maintain lab permits, certifications, and inspections, working closely with EHS (Environmental Health & Safety) teams.
  • Conduct regular safety training sessions for lab personnel.

Equipment & Facilities Management

  • Oversee installation, calibration, and maintenance of laboratory instruments.
  • Manage relationships with vendors, service providers, and external partners.
  • Optimize lab space utilization and support facility expansion or relocation projects.

Budgeting & Procurement

  • Develop and manage lab operations budget, ensuring cost-effective purchasing and resource allocation.
  • Evaluate and negotiate contracts with suppliers for lab consumables, reagents, and services.
  • Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.

Team Leadership & Training

  • Supervise and mentor lab operations staff, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
  • Provide training and onboarding for new hires on lab procedures and safety protocols.
  • Serve as a liaison between scientific teams and operations to address lab needs effectively.

Additional Activities include but not limited to:

  • Contract negotiations.
  • Upload contracts to Conga software.
  • Work alongside finance on quarterly asset counts.
  • Reoccurring meetings with Lab groups
  • Daily communications/ status updates on equipment repairs
  • Work with Voyager IT on computer issues with vendor.
  • Point contact for vendor repairs.
  • Utilize Voyager ticketing system.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in lab operations, asset management, facility management, or lab management in a biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences environment.
  • Strong knowledge of laboratory safety, regulatory compliance (OSHA, GLP, GMP), and risk management.
  • Experience managing lab equipment, vendors, and procurement processes.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive operational efficiencies.
  • Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.

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