Laboratory Manager

About Us

Ordaōs is a human-enabled, machine-driven drug design company. Our flagship solution, mini-PRO™, is a bespoke class of mini-proteins that help pharma and biotechs around the world deliver safer and more effective life-saving treatments in a fraction of the time of traditional discovery methods. miniPRO proteins are created and evaluated in silico, and then rigorously tested in vitro, which enables us to reliably and repeatedly deliver de novo solutions that meet our client’s stringent requirements at scale, including novelty and probability of clinical success. At Ordaōs, we create novel therapies that reduce patient suffering, improve health, and extend life.

The Role

Ordaōs is looking for a part time Laboratory Manager who will oversee the day-to-day operations and management of our laboratory facilities. This will be an in-person role at our wet lab in SoHo, Manhattan. This role will be responsible for ensuring a productive, efficient, and safe laboratory environment. The ideal candidate will be an organized and detail oriented people-person, have a background in laboratory practices, and a passion for driving scientific excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing day-to-day operations of the laboratory, including scheduling, budgeting, and procurement of supplies.
• Consistent communication with the lab team to ensure that laboratory facilities and resources meet project needs, proactively identifying solutions to unmet needs or problems that may arise.
• Ensuring compliance with safety, health, and environmental standards in accordance with company policies and governmental regulations.
• Ensuring smooth operation of crucial equipment.
• Working with vendors to ensure adequate supplies are available for routine experimental procedures.
• Digitally tracking inventory ordering and costs for all lab materials.
• Optimizing laboratory processes and workflows to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Maintaining accurate and thorough records of laboratory activities and ensure documentation meets quality standards.
• Coordinating maintenance and repair of laboratory equipment.
• Developing laboratory guidelines and maintaining procedure manuals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific field
• 3+ years of experience in a laboratory setting

• Experience with budgeting, purchasing, and resource management in a laboratory context.

• Working knowledge of laboratory safety protocols and regulations.
• This position requires the ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds as part of the essential job functions.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience with Benchling's inventory system
• Experience with laboratory automation and digital tools.
• Familiarity with biologics research and development processes.

Benefits

• 401k (traditional and Roth offered) with 100% match up to first 4% of pay
• Free annual corporate membership to Citibike
• Monthly commuter benefits up to $130

Pay range: $35-45 an hour, with expected workload taking around 20 hours per week. This role has the opportunity to become full time in 2025.

(Final pay rate will be based on education and prior experience)

Ordaos is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Ordaos will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.