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**Job Function: **
R&D Operations
**Job Sub Function: **
Laboratory Operations
Job Category:
Professional
All Job Posting Locations:
Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America
Job Description:
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We are searching for the best talent for a Biosurgery R&D Lab Operations Manager. This role must be based within a commutable distance of Raritan, NJ and will work a Flex/Hybrid schedule with 3 days per week on-site. There is NO remote option and relocation assistance is not provided.
Purpose: The Biosurgery R&D Lab Operations Manager will run day-to-day laboratory operations that support both chemistry, pilot process, and mechanical device development. This hands-on leader will maintain safe, efficient lab environments, oversee lab systems and instrumentation, manage consumables and vendor relationships, and partner with Facilities and Procurement to build and commission new capabilities that enable research teams. The ideal candidate is collaborative, excellent at documentation and change control, and well-versed in environmental health & safety (EHS) practices.
You will be responsible for:
- Lead and manage daily laboratory operations for multidisciplinary R&D labs supporting chemistry, pilot process equipment, and mechanical device projects.
- Maintain laboratory readiness: equipment calibration, preventive maintenance, instrument qualification, and service scheduling.
- Develop, implement, and maintain lab policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and records to ensure reproducible research and audit readiness.
- Manage consumable, chemical, and spare parts inventory; forecast needs and coordinate with Procurement to ensure timely availability.
- Coordinate with Facilities and Procurement to plan, scope, and oversee installation of new lab capabilities, benches, utilities, HVAC modifications, and capital equipment.
- Serve as EHS focal point for the lab: implement chemical hygiene, biosafety, hazardous waste handling, spill response, PPE programs, and ensure compliance with internal and external EHS requirements.
- Train and coach lab staff, enforce safe work practices, oversee lab access for staff and maintain training records and competency documentation.
- Facilitate cross-functional collaboration among research scientists, mechanical engineers, chemists, quality, and operations to remove logistical barriers and accelerate development.
- Maintain laboratory documentation systems and ensure version control and data integrity.
- Manage contracted services and vendor relationships for instrument service, calibration, and facility modifications.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to improve throughput, reduce downtime, and enhance lab safety and efficiency.
- Support budgeting and expense tracking for lab supplies, equipment, and facility changes.
- Participate in project meetings, contribute to risk assessments, and escalate issues where appropriate.
Qualifications / Requirements:
- Associates or Bachelors Degree in a relevant scientific, engineering, or technical field (e.g., chemistry, mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, biology) or equivalent experience required.
- At least 5+ years of progressive experience managing laboratory operations in an R&D environment supporting chemistry and/or mechanical device development.
- Demonstrated knowledge of environmental health & safety requirements: chemical safety, hazardous waste management, biosafety principles, and lab risk assessments required.
- Strong documentation skills: experience writing and maintaining SOPs, equipment logs, and electronic lab records required.
- Proven vendor and facilities liaison experience: planning and executing lab build-outs, equipment procurement, and installations.
- Excellent organizational and project-management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple concurrent tasks.
- Assertive, decisive, and effective communicator capable of influencing cross-functional stakeholders.
- Proficiency with common laboratory and operations software (MS Office, inventory systems, LIMS or ELN preferred, CMMS beneficial).
Preferred:
- Experience in regulated environments (GLP/GMP/QSR) or formal quality systems.
- Hands-on experience with a broad range of lab instrumentation for chemistry and mechanical testing (e.g., analytical instruments, test rigs, force/torque sensors).
- Certification or formal training in lab safety, hazardous materials handling, or biosafety (e.g., CHP, CIH, biosafety/bloodborne pathogens training).
- Experience supervising technical staff and managing contractors.
Core Competencies & Attributes:
- Highly organized and detail-oriented; strong follow-through.
- Collaborative team-player who proactively identifies and removes roadblocks for researchers.
- Assertive and comfortable escalating/resolving issues with facilities, procurement, and partners.
- Strong written and verbal communication; clear, concise documentation style.
- Problem-solver with practical, hands-on troubleshooting ability.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Strong ethics and attention to data integrity and record keeping.
Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
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Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Critical Thinking, Data Management and Informatics, Epidemiology, Ethical and Participant Safety Considerations, Inventory Management, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Safety, Mental Agility, Preclinical Research, Problem Solving, Process Improvements, Research and Development, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), Strategic Thinking, Technical Credibility, Vendor Management
The anticipated base pay range for this position is :
$109,000.00 - $174,800.00
Additional Description for Pay Transparency:
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits