ADARx Pharmaceuticals Inc. · 1 day ago
Lab Manager
San Diego, CA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expADARx Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a late-clinical stage biotechnology company committed to turning cutting-edge science into life-saving therapeutics. The Lab Manager will provide operational and scientific support in a fast-paced research environment, ensuring smooth laboratory operations and compliance with safety standards.
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Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day laboratory operations to ensure efficiency, organization, safety, and compliance (e.g., company policies, OSHA, EPA, EHS, local guidelines)
Oversee proper functioning and maintenance of all laboratory equipment, including calibration, maintenance and repairs
Serve as a liaison with external vendors and landlord, manage service contracts, and operate as the primary point of contact for lab-related issues, troubleshooting independently when possible
Manage shipping and receiving of laboratory materials, including reagents, and samples, ensuring proper compliance with company’s policies and IATA shipping certificate
Oversee inventory management, ordering, and stock levels for reagents, consumables, and supplies; maintain equipment inventory
Lead lab safety programs, including chemical hygiene, waste disposal, emergency procedures, safety inspections and training
Support onboarding and training new lab personnel on lab protocols and safety practices
Implement best practices to support a growing and evolving R&D organization, including establishing, maintaining and improving lab processes, SOPs and workflows
Manage lab scheduling, space utilization, and shared equipment across Discovery Biology and Discovery Chemistry research teams
Partner closely with scientists, IT, Legal, and external vendors and act as a trusted operational advisor to internal stakeholders and research leadership
Identify opportunities to streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve productivity
Anticipate future lab needs based on scientific and business demands
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field
Minimum of 5 years of experience managing laboratory operations in a pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences environment
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong knowledge of laboratory safety, compliance standards, and best practices
Proven experience managing equipment, vendors, and lab budgets
Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Must be able to work independently with supervision as needed
Must be collaborative and work well with other team members in a matrix team environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential for this role
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and exercise discretion
Adaptable / Flexible - willing and able to adjust to multiple demands and shifting priorities as well as an ability to meet day-to-day challenges
Understand project timelines and deliverables and plans/coordinate project work accordingly with departmental, functional, and external stakeholders
Occasional after-hours availability may be required to respond to critical equipment alarms or other urgent laboratory matters
Preferred
Experience supporting discovery and/or development-stage research
Familiarity with electronic lab systems (LIMS, inventory management tools)
Benefits
Equity-based compensation
Performance-based bonuses
401(k) with Company Match
Medical, Dental, Vision
Flexible Spending Account
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discounts
Gym Membership
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick, Jury Duty, Bereavement
Company
ADARx Pharmaceuticals Inc.
ADARx Pharmaceuticals, Inc., located in San Diego, is a clinical stage biotechnology company committed to turning cutting-edge science into life-saving therapeutics.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (2)
2023 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$332MKey Investors
LG Technology VenturesAscenta Capital
2025-02-01Series Unknown
2023-08-09Series C· $200M
2023-01-20Series B· $46M
Leadership Team
Ajim Tamboli
Chief Financial Officer
Robert MacLeod
Chief Scientific Officer
Recent News
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