The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc. (HJF) is a global non-profit organization chartered by Congress to advance military medical research, partnering with the military, government, academia, and industry.

We are seeking a highly experienced, customer-focused Part-Time Lab Manager to launch and manage operations for our new incubator space. This role is currently part-time (approx. 20 hours/week), but is expected to grow quickly. The ideal candidate will have 6–8 years of professional laboratory experience and the acumen to navigate a multi-tenant, customer-focused environment.

Laboratory Management and Support

• Coordinate with laboratory management consultants to establish laboratory best practices and support laboratory operations.
• Establish and maintain laboratory standard operating procedures (SOPs). Ensure compliance with all lab safety and regulatory requirements and standards.
• Manage training requirements and schedules of laboratory personnel.
• Manage laboratory waste processes.
• Establish and maintain a database of all laboratory inventory, materials, and supplies. Maintain an efficient system of inventory control to ensure proper levels of laboratory supplies are available.
• Oversee and support laboratory space management.
• Manage all aspects of laboratory equipment, including:
• New equipment installation.
• Manage service contracts. Serve as the primary contact with vendors for scheduling routine and emergency instrument and equipment maintenance/repair.
• Establish and manage maintenance protocols, including preventative maintenance schedules. Manage all repairs. Maintain all service records and documentation.
• Establish equipment calibration schedules and manage the equipment calibration process.
• Interface with Sky Bridge building managers to facilitate vendor access.
• Assist the Director with establishing and administering the laboratory operational budget.