Core Facilities Manager - Cell Therapy

Novo Nordisk • Fremont, CA

346d • $121,050 - $175,000

About The Position

Novo Nordisk, a global health care company, is committed to discovering and developing innovative medicines to help people living with diabetes lead longer, healthier lives. To support this, Novo Nordisk is conducting research in cell therapy which raises hopes for improved treatment of Type 1 Diabetes and other chronic diseases. The Core Facility Manager is responsible for overseeing the Core Laboratory operations and personnel management. The role focuses on ensuring efficient laboratory operation, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a reliable supply of high-quality cells to support research and development activities. Initially, this position will involve managing a team of temporary staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (degree in the life sciences field preferred), minimum of an associate degree required
• Associate's degree with 10+ years of experience may also be considered
• Advanced degree (ie. Masters) may be substituted for experience as appropriate
• Experience within cell culture; hands-on experience in cell culture, and aseptic handling
• Experience writing technical protocols, reports, and standard operating procedures
• Demonstrated ability to identify, challenge, and implement potential improvements to work procedures
• Ability to lead and work in cross-functional teams
• Proven ability to thrive in a results-oriented dynamic research and development environment
• Ability to communicate to all levels of the organization, cross-functional teams, and various knowledge levels

Nice To Haves

• Degree in the life sciences field
• 3 years of leadership experience, can be combination of people and project management
• Ability to lead teams consisting of members with different degrees of knowledge or ability

Responsibilities

• Manage daily laboratory operations for smooth workflow
• Hire and staff the core laboratory
• Lead, mentor, and develop staff, managing schedules, timesheets, and performance reviews
• Act as the primary contact for internal communications with support groups and stakeholders
• Develop and plan daily operational schedules to optimize lab activities
• Establish strategies for coordinating and sharing of facility and equipment with MSAT team and streamlining sample submission to the Assay Services team
• Foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement, ensuring compliance with relevant safety regulations and company policies
• Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments, implementing corrective actions as required
• Support team with hands-on lab activities as needed, managing and tracking inventory of produced samples, cells, and reagents
• Coordinate equipment maintenance, calibration, and repair schedules to minimize downtime, forecasting raw materials and consumable needs
• Anticipate, troubleshoot, and resolve operational issues, including lab emergencies
• Optimize laboratory workflows, processes, and procedures to maximize operational efficiency
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to prioritize and allocate resources effectively, supporting project timelines by ensuring timely delivery of lab services and supplies
• Train and mentor new lab technicians, ensuring accurate documentation and reporting of production data
• Develop, write, and review technical documents, including protocols and reports
• Prepare and present production results and operational updates to management
• Lead technology transfer activities for new processes introduced to the laboratory, coordinating outgoing lab deliveries and shipments

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Voluntary benefits such as group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance and auto/home insurance
• Time off pursuant to its sick time policy
• Flexible vacation policy
• Parental leave policy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees