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Laboratory Manager

anresco nj labsCarteret, NJ

yesterday

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Natural Sciences ManagersQuality Control Systems ManagersChemists

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Testing Laboratories and ServicesResearch and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life SciencesMedical Laboratories

$65,000 per year

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Laboratory Leader / Operation Manager (Analytical Testing – Startup Lab) Home / Careers / Laboratory Leader / Operation Manager (Analytical Testing – Startup Lab) Laboratory Leader / Operation Manager (Analytical Testing – Startup Lab)
Role Summary: Lead and build a new analytical testing laboratory from the ground up. Serve as both a hands-on scientist and operational leader. Establish testing capabilities, systems, and culture for a fast-growing contract (3rd-party) lab serving dietary supplements, food, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products. This is a high impact, dynamic startup role where you are building the systems and foundation—no two days are the same. We are looking for a leader who wants to grow with the company.
Scientific & Technical Leadership:
  • Select, install, qualify, and maintainanalytical instruments.
  • Develop, validate, and optimizeanalytical test methods (e.g., HPLC, GC, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS, ICP-MS, FTIR, UV-Vis, Wet chemistry including titrations, etc.).Perform and oversee routine and non-routine analyses.
  • Review, interpret, and approve analytical data and reports.
  • Troubleshoot complex analytical and instrumentation issues.
  • Adapt methods for diverse and non-standard sample matrices.
  • Laboratory Operations & SetupDesign laboratory workflows, layout, and sample handling processes.
  • Establish SOPs, test methods, and laboratory guidelines from scratch.
  • Implement systems for sample intake, tracking, testing, and reporting.
  • Manage laboratory supplies, reagents, standards, and vendors.
  • Identifyservice providers and technical support for equipment repair and calibration.
  • Control costs while maintainingscientific integrity and compliance.
  • Quality & Compliance
  • Build and maintainsystems compliant with:
  • ISO/IEC 17025GMP + GLPPrepare the lab for audits, inspections, and certifications.
  • Ensure data integrity, documentation accuracy, and traceability.
  • Create corrective and preventive action (CAPA) processes.
  • Hire, train, and mentor new laboratory staff as the lab grows.
  • Set expectations for scientific rigor, accountability, and teamwork.
  • Lead by example—hands-on, problem-solving, and adaptable.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
Business & Strategic Contribution: Understand the needs of a contract testing environment with varied clients and sample types. Balance speed, quality, and cost-efficiency. Help lay the operational and scientific foundation for long-term growth. Collaborate with leadership on lab expansion, new capabilities, and service offerings.
Required Qualifications: Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related scientific field (advanced degree preferred).Strong hands-on experience in analytical laboratory testing. Proven experience with method development and validation. Working knowledge of ISO 17025, GMP, and GLP environments. Experience setting up or significantly improving lab systems is a strong plus. Critical thinker who understands science deeply and practically. Comfortable with ambiguity and rapid change. Highly organized and detail-oriented. Resourceful—knows how to fix problems, find solutions, and "make things work."Entrepreneurial mindset; not comfortable doing the same thing every day. Strong leadership and communication skills. Motivated to grow with the company and help build something from the ground up. Compensation is competitive - Salary range: $65,000 + per year, depending on experience.

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JOB OVERVIEW

Salary

$65,000 per year

Experience level

Lead

Location

Carteret, NJ

Occupation

Natural Sciences Managers

Industry

Testing Laboratories and Services

Posted

yesterday

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