Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. · 1 month ago
Manager - Laboratory Operations
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expAlexandria Real Estate Equities is a mission-driven life science REIT focused on creating collaborative ecosystems for life science innovation. The Manager - Laboratory Operations will coordinate and support day-to-day laboratory operations at the Alexandria LaunchLabs site, ensuring safety, compliance, and operational efficiency while supporting member companies in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Asset ManagementProperty ManagementReal Estate
Responsibilities
Share management responsibility for day-to-day operations of Alexandria-owned and on-loan laboratory equipment, including incubators, freezers, biosafety cabinets, microscopes, and other instruments
Work closely with the Laboratory Operations Director to implement and enforce standard operating procedures and programs for laboratory safety, safety training, chemical inventories, laboratory audits and permits, and hazardous waste disposal
Maintain up-to-date records for safety training, permits, incidents, and equipment maintenance
Train and assist members in the use of shared laboratory equipment. Coordinate vendor training when applicable
Order and maintain laboratory supplies and gases to ensure their continuous availability
Support and grow the LaunchLabs laboratory safety program
Manage chemical and biohazard waste in compliance with regulatory guidelines
Assist with general site operations, including package management, IT/AV troubleshooting, facilities request triaging, and organizing, stocking, and maintaining office and kitchen supplies
Interface with Alexandria Asset Services teams and vendors responsible for operational services (e.g., janitorial, pest control, laboratory services, and facilities maintenance)
Develop and promote laboratory sustainability initiatives and educate member companies on existing programs
Manage select vendor relationships
Support the Laboratory Director with member meetings, including laboratory meetings and orientations
Assist the LaunchLabs team in planning, marketing, and hosting local ecosystem and strategic programming events to foster a vibrant and collaborative Alexandria LaunchLabs and AscentLabs community, including scientific events, business and professional development sessions, and social gatherings
Qualification
Required
At least 5 years of combined experience in a science-related organization or laboratory space, preferably in a collaborative or shared working environment
Strong customer service mindset and verbal and written communication skills to interact with individuals at all levels
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills and ability to work independently
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and prioritize tasks effectively
Completion of or eligibility for relevant DOT, IATA, OSHA, Biosafety, and Chemical Safety trainings
Bachelor's degree required
Ability to lift 25 lbs. or more
Familiarity with and capability for handling hazardous materials safely, as required for the role
Benefits
100% company-paid premiums (top-tier health, dental, and vision plan for you and your family)
Generous 401(k) profit sharing plan
Significant paid time off and holiday time
Paid parental leave
Generous rewards and recognitions
Annual Company paid time off for volunteering
Wellness and fitness incentives
Mentoring and career development opportunities
Life insurance, disability plans, and an Employee Assistance Program
Company
Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc.
Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.85B2025-01-30Post Ipo Debt· $550M
2024-09-20Post Ipo Debt· $5B
2024-02-01Post Ipo Debt· $1B
Leadership Team
L
Lynne Zydowsky
Chief Of Science and Co-Founder and President Alexandria Summit
Recent News
2026-01-23
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