Sample/Inventory & Laboratory Manager

Company Summary:

ProFound Therapeutics is discovering proteins hidden within the expanded human proteome to uncover novel drugs and drug targets, producing first-in-class medicines for a multitude of diseases. The company’s ProFoundry™ Platform uses state-of-the-art protein detection technologies to systematically identify and validate proteins and dissect their therapeutic potential. The result is an ever-expanding database of tens of thousands of novel proteins, including their connectivity, functionality, and roles in health and disease. ProFound Therapeutics was founded in 2020 by Flagship Pioneering. For more information, please visit www.profoundtx.com.

Position Summary:

ProFound Therapeutics is looking for a Sample/Inventory and Laboratory Manager. The ideal candidate is a good communicator, well organized and enjoys handling chemicals and biological reagents, The future colleague will continue to build and expand our unique repository of peptides and proteins originating from the dark proteome.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the inventory of lab supplies, reagents, and equipment.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of inventory levels and usage.
• Coordinate with suppliers to maintain optimal stock levels and negotiate contracts.
• Implement and maintain inventory management systems and protocols.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Manage the receipt, storage, and distribution of lab materials.
• Collaborate with research teams to forecast inventory needs and plan accordingly.
• Train and supervise lab staff on inventory management procedures.
• Ensure proper disposal of hazardous materials in compliance with regulations.
• Maintain a clean and organized lab environment.

Required skills:

• Bachelor’s in science with 5+ years of experience in lab operations
• Familiarity with laboratory management tools such as Quartzy, FreezerPro, and Benchling, or similar platforms.
• Proven leadership skills with experience in training and mentoring lab personnel.
• Strong capabilities in managing lab safety protocols and quality control standards.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Values and Behaviors

We are seeking individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit, strong communication skills, and comfort working in and contributing to a dynamic and cross-functional team environment. The level of the role will be commensurate with the education and years of experience of the identified candidate.

About Flagship

Flagship Pioneering is a biotechnology company that invents and builds platform companies, each with the potential for multiple products that transform human health or sustainability. Since its launch in 2000, Flagship has originated and fostered more than 100 scientific ventures, resulting in more than $90 billion in aggregate value. Many of the companies Flagship has founded have addressed humanity’s most urgent challenges: vaccinating billions of people against COVID-19, curing intractable diseases, improving human health, preempting illness, and feeding the world by improving the resiliency and sustainability of agriculture.  Flagship has been recognized twice on FORTUNE’s “Change the World” list, an annual ranking of companies that have made a positive social and environmental impact through activities that are part of their core business strategies, and has been twice named to Fast Company’s annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies. Learn more about Flagship at www.flagshippioneering.com.

If your experience is close to what we’re looking for, please consider applying. Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. We know that diverse backgrounds and experiences make for the best problem-solving and creative thinking, which is why we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team and encourage everyone to apply. We look forward to learning more about you.

Flagship Pioneering is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies: Flagship Pioneering and its affiliated Flagship Lab companies (collectively, “FSP”) do not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to FSP or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by Flagship Pioneering’s internal Talent Acquisition team. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement will automatically become the property of FSP, and FSP will not owe any referral or other fees with respect thereto.