Laboratory Manager

The Laboratory Manager will lead all aspects of lab operations, safety compliance, inventory, vendor coordination, and facility support while also managing core administrative and office functions. This person will be the go-to resource for both lab and office-related needs and will play a vital role in supporting our mission-driven team as we advance novel gene therapies.

• Laboratory Operations
• Manage the day-to-day operations of lab spaces to ensure a safe, efficient, and compliant research environment.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all lab-related needs, including safety compliance, maintenance issues, and vendor coordination.
• Oversee lab equipment operations, including preventative maintenance, calibration, repair, and service contract management.
• Coordinate annual certification of biosafety cabinets, fume hoods, and other regulated lab infrastructure.
• Monitor lab safety practices; conduct routine inspections, ensure adherence to SOPs, and lead annual safety training.
• Onboard new lab staff and ensure proper training in safety and operational procedures.
• Manage lab inventory and procurement.
• Office & Facility Management
• Serve as liaison with building management and service providers for office and facility-related needs.
• Manage office supplies, services, vendor relationships, and minor facility improvements.
• Support onboarding and offboarding logistics (e.g., desks, IT setup, lab access).
• Assist with organizing internal meetings, site visits, and company events.
• Perform general administrative support and special projects as needed.
• Manage office inventory and procurement

• Bachelor’s degree in a life science discipline or equivalent experience; advanced degree a plus.
• 3+ years of experience in lab operations or facilities management, preferably in biotech or gene therapy.
• Strong understanding of laboratory safety practices and regulatory compliance (OSHA, EH&S, BSL-2, etc.).
• Experience with inventory systems, procurement processes, and vendor negotiation.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment and wear multiple hats.

At Pattern Bio, we design biological circuits at the intersection of synthetic biology and AI for cell-specific targeting of cancer tissue. By integrating data-driven design into every step—from DNA constructs to AAV-based delivery systems—we are building precise, rationally engineered, curative therapies. Our cohesive and driven team in South San Francisco is dedicated to curing cancer and saving lives.