Hefur þú áhuga á að starfa við umsjón rannsóknarstofa? / We are seeking a Lab Manager

Við leitum að öflugum aðila til að hafa umsjón með rannsóknarstofum okkar (e. Lab Manager) innan R&D. Um er að ræða tímabundna stöðu til eins árs. Við hvetjum áhugasama til að kynna sér starfið betur hér fyrir neðan.

Í starfinu verður þú hluti af teymi sem styður R&D starfsemina með framúrskarandi umsjón rannsóknastofa. Í þessu hlutverki munt þú sjá um að tryggja að rekstur rannsóknarstofa sé í samræmi við þá staðla sem við störfum eftir, meðal annars með tilliti til öryggis og hreinlætis.

Hæfniskröfur:

• BS eða MS gráða í lífvísindum, verkfræði eða skyldum greinum.
• Framúrskarandi skipulagshæfni.
• Reynsla af rekstri rannsóknarstofa og/eða innkaupum er æskileg.
• Reynsla og þekking á vinnu á rannsóknarstofu er kostur.
• Hæfni til að veita upplýsingar í rituðu og töluðu máli er nauðsynleg.
• Góð færni í noktkun algengra Microsoft-forrita er nauðsynleg.
• Góð enskukunnátta í töluðu og rituðu máli.

[English]

We are seeking a Lab Manager for our laboratories within R&D. This role is a one‑year temporary position.

As lab manager you will be part of the Technical Services team and support the R&D organization with superior lab management. In this role you will help to manage a safe, clean, pleasant, and efficient running of the R&D laboratories / areas.

Scope and responsibility

• Ensuring smooth operation of R&D labs.
• Responsible for R&D Equipment Lifecycle Management, including but not limited to commissioning, relocation and decommissioning of equipment.
• Responsible for management and activities for all common rooms, including washroom, cryo storage rooms, storage rooms, solution and media preparation rooms, change rooms, etc.
• Responsible for stock and inventory management.
• Coordination of equipment maintenance and calibrations in collaboration with maintenance- and metrology teams and vendors.
• Responsible for management of general laboratory documentation (e.g. logbooks, equipment lists and procedures).
• Responsible for overseeing lab, labware, and equipment cleaning.
• Responsible for lab tour for new hires.

Job requirements

• BS or MS in Life Science, Engineering or related subjects.
• Outstanding planning and prioritization skills.
• Prior experience in lab management/procurement is preferred.
• Lab experience and scientific knowledge, preferred.
• Ability to report information in written and verbal format, required.
• Proficient use of common Microsoft packages, required.
• Fluent in English, speaking and writing.

What we offer:

• An inspiring challenge to work with great co-workers on ambitious projects that change people's lives.
• The chance to be a part of a global and fast-growing company.
• An international work culture that encourages diversity, collaboration and inclusion.
• Positive, flexible, and innovative work environment.
• Support for personal growth and internal career development.
• Company social events and milestone celebrations.
• Excellent in-house canteen and coffee house.
• Exercise and wellbeing support for full-time employees.
• On-site shower facility.
• Transportation grant towards eco-friendly modes of travel for full-time employees.
• Internet at home for full-time employees.
  
  

Why Alvotech

At Alvotech, we are passionate about improving lives by increasing access to affordable biologics. We’re purpose-driven and committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse working environment that encourages curiosity, ingenuity and simplicity. We want our employees to feel inspired in their careers, challenged by interesting and meaningful work and empowered to succeed in an agile environment.

True to our Icelandic roots, we also believe that integrity, gender equality, and fairness are foundational. We strive to bring together the brightest minds regardless of backgrounds and beliefs, to deliver to our partners and patients around the world. Let’s create a healthier world together, through affordable biologic medicines.