Associate Director, Analytical Operations Specialist

2 weeks ago


Santa Monica, California, United States BioSpace, Inc. Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Associate Director to lead our Analytical Operations and Logistics team. The successful candidate will oversee comprehensive operational tasks that support our analytical processes, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and cross-departmental collaboration.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage strategic and technical expertise to an operations team.
  • Lead and improve the strategic execution of sample management, tracking, and logistics operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all processes.
  • Collaborate with Facilities to manage the use of lab spaces, aligning with operational and strategic goals.
  • Oversee and ensure compliance with internal and external regulatory standards, supporting lab audits.
  • Develop, implement, and analyze important performance metrics for method monitoring and turnaround times (TAT), improving projects across the department.
  • Champion and implement projects, including the use of 5S principles and other lean management methodologies to improve workflows and enhance productivity.
  • Direct the maintenance and calibration of all laboratory equipment, ensuring performance and compliance with industry standards.
  • Oversee the maintenance, qualification, and availability of critical reagents, ensuring compliance with established standards.
  • Partner with Technical Sciences to lead method investigations, ensuring thorough documentation, resolution, and continuous improvement.
Requirements
  • 7+ years with BS/BA; 5+ years with MS/MA; 2+ years with PhD in Immunology, Oncology, Cell Biology, or related discipline
  • 1+ years of people management experience
  • Demonstrate knowledge of Process Development of cellular therapy products and Analytical Method Development within a regulated environment
  • Track record in managing analytical operations and logistics, with an understanding of laboratory management and regulatory requirements.
  • Manage multiple high-level projects simultaneously, delivering on time and within scope.
  • Experience with methodologies (e.g., 5S, Lean, Six Sigma) and continuous improvement projects.
  • Experience with laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration, and critical reagent management.
What We Offer
  • Short-term incentive bonus opportunity
  • Equity-based long-term incentive program
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves
  • Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.



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