About this role
About the Role We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Lab Manager to join the Satija Lab at the New York Genome Center. This key operational role oversees lab administration, equipment, consumables, safety compliance, onboarding, and serves as the central point of contact for operational needs across the team. The successful candidate will work with mammalian and invertebrate model systems, next-generation sequencing, and CRISPR technology, supporting research in cancer immunology and developmental neuroscience. What You'll Do
- Oversee day-to-day lab operations to maintain an organized, efficient working environment.
- Manage ordering and inventory of reagents, consumables, and equipment, maintaining vendor relationships.
- Track and manage lab budgets for supplies, equipment, and service contracts in coordination with the PI and NYGC administration.
- Maintain and organize lab databases, shared drives, and documentation including protocols, SOPs, and regulatory records.
- Coordinate equipment maintenance, repairs, and service contracts; troubleshoot equipment issues and liaise with core facilities.
- Support onboarding and safety compliance across the team, and assist with training as needed. What We're Looking For
- B.Sc or M.Sc in biology, molecular biology, biotechnology, or related fields.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Experience with lab inventory management, vendor relations, and procurement.
- Ability to work independently and to train others in laboratory techniques. Nice to Have
- Familiarity with Illumina sequencing platform.
- Familiarity with flow cytometry techniques. Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $70,000 - $85,000 per year. Benefits include Medical/Dental/Vision for employees and dependents; Vacation, Holidays, Sick, and Other Leave (including paid winter break); 401(k) match; Life Insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts; Tuition Reimbursement; flexible schedules and telework options for some positions; Employee Assistance Program; and more.