Laboratory Supervisor

Company: Altasciences
Location: Everett
Posted on: August 4, 2022

Job Description:

Altasciences is a forward-thinking, mid-size contract research organization offering pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies a proven, flexible approach to preclinical and clinical pharmacology studies, including formulation, manufacturing and analytical services. For over 25 years, Altasciences has been partnering with sponsors to help support educated, faster, and more complete early drug development decisions. Altasciences integrated, full-service solutions include preclinical safety testing, clinical pharmacology and proof of concept, bioanalysis, program management, medical writing, biostatistics, and data management, all customizable to specific sponsor requirements. Altasciences helps sponsors get better drugs to the people who need them, faster.The Laboratory Supervisor oversees the technical aspects and daily activities of the Laboratory Sciences technical team. Responsibilities include direct supervision of Research Associates and/or laboratory support staff in the bioanalytical laboratory; conducts interviews, hiring, and training of employees; plan, assign, and direct work for employees as well as manage their schedule and performance; address complaints and resolve problems pertaining to the function of Laboratory Sciences.Responsibilities:--- Supervision of the Laboratory Sciences technical team, including but not limited to, PTO management, timesheet approval, on-going and yearly performance reviews, employee hiring, disciplinary actions and termination.--- Oversight, management and/or coordination of the training and training records for the Laboratory Sciences technical team.--- Assigns staff schedules and oversees the duties of the technical team.--- Fosters a positive work environment, plans and participates in team-building activities--- Acts as a liaison between the Laboratory Sciences scientific and management team for resource allocation and assignment of staff to laboratory procedures to ensure on-time completion of required lab analyses.--- Ensures staff maintains Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and adheres to all written procedures--- Proactively communicates scheduling issues and/or problem/performance resolutions to departmental managers.--- May assist in sponsor visits and regulatory audits and ensure the timely resolution to any related findings.--- Maintain and advocate a high level of customer service and quality within the department.--- Other tasks as assigned by departmental management.Qualifications:--- At least 1 year training and/or supervising staff required--- At least 2 years working in a research environment preferred--- Bachelor's degree, specializing in science and/or equivalent experience preferred--- Excellent written and verbal communication skills--- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project, Outlook, and PowerPoint).--- Able to adapt easily to new software programs.--- Customer service focused, able to work in a fast-paced environment.Altasciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, and protected veteran status, or disability status. Altasciences uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit . INDMP

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