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Veracyte

Manager, LIMS

San Diego, CA · On-site

$169K - $181K/yr

Partnering closely with Laboratory Operations, Engineering, Quality, and cross-functional ... Manage vendors, support partners, and technology relationships to ensure effective service delivery.

Bionano

Clinical Lab Director

San Diego, CA · On-site

The Clinical Laboratory Director partners with laboratory operations, quality, medical affairs, R&D ... Strong leadership, collaboration, stakeholder management, presentation, and written and verbal ...

Renovo-Solutions

Site Operations Manager

San Diego, CA · On-site

$120 - $150/hr

Own site readiness for laboratory moves, consolidations, decommissioning, and equipment deployment. * Coordinate project activity at the site so it does not undercut routine service commitments.

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How much do laboratory operations manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for laboratory operations manager in Poway, CA is $64,913.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,900.00 and $79,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a laboratory operations manager do?

A Laboratory Operations Manager oversees the daily operations of a laboratory, ensuring that all processes run efficiently and safely. They are responsible for managing staff, maintaining compliance with regulations, overseeing budgets, and ensuring quality control. Their role also involves coordinating with other departments, implementing new procedures, and troubleshooting operational issues to keep laboratory activities on track.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a laboratory operations manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Laboratory Operations Manager, you need a solid background in laboratory science, management experience, and typically a bachelor's or advanced degree in a related field. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), quality assurance protocols, and regulatory compliance certifications like CLIA or CAP accreditation is crucial. Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills, along with effective communication, set top performers apart. These competencies ensure efficient laboratory operations, regulatory compliance, and high-quality results critical to scientific and healthcare outcomes.

What are some common challenges faced by laboratory operations managers, and how can they be addressed?

Laboratory Operations Managers often encounter challenges such as maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory standards, managing diverse teams, and optimizing workflow efficiency. Balancing administrative duties with hands-on problem-solving and ensuring all staff are properly trained on protocols are also common issues. Addressing these challenges typically involves ongoing staff training, implementing robust quality management systems, and fostering clear communication between team members and other departments. Proactively staying updated on industry regulations and creating a culture of safety and collaboration can greatly help in overcoming these operational hurdles.

What is the difference between Laboratory Operations Manager vs Laboratory Supervisor?

AspectLaboratory Operations ManagerLaboratory Supervisor
CredentialsBachelor’s degree in science or related field; certifications may be preferredAssociate’s or Bachelor’s degree; relevant certifications
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple labs or departments, strategic planningSupervises daily lab activities, direct team oversight
ResponsibilitiesManaging operations, budgets, compliance, staff managementSupervising technicians, ensuring quality control, daily task management

The Laboratory Operations Manager focuses on overall lab management, strategic planning, and compliance, while the Laboratory Supervisor handles daily supervision of lab staff and operational tasks. Both roles require relevant science credentials, but the manager role involves broader responsibilities and higher-level decision-making.

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Infographic showing various Laboratory Operations Manager job openings in Poway, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 84% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,913 per year, or $31.2 per hour.

Laboratory Operations Associate I

San Diego, CA

Fate Therapeutics, Inc.
Biotechnology Research and Development • 51 - 200 employees
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$26 - $30/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Fate Therapeutics is seeking a talented and highly motivated Laboratory Operations professional to work with our Facilities, Technical Operations, and R&D teams to provide hands-on laboratory operations services, and equipment management services. The successful candidate will support the Facilities Department with laboratory operations activities, including equipment installation, calibration, maintenance, and redeployment, lab alarms and security systems, vendor management and guidance, and communication with R&D and Technical Operations, including Manufacturing end users while complying with SOPs and applying GDP (Good Documentation Practices). This is a full-time position reporting to the Manager, Equipment Engineering and is a 100% on-site position located at our corporate headquarters in San Diego, California.

Responsibilities
  • Serve as a point of contact and support a high volume of R&D, Technical Operations, and Manufacturing end user facilities requests, ensuring day-to-day lab activities run effectively.
  • Anticipate and plan for short-term and long-term lab activities, including solving space requirements within and across teams and labs, supporting cross-team workflows, and coordinating equipment calibration, maintenance, and relocation.
  • Execute assigned lab operations requests, calibrations, and Work Orders (WOs), and/or ensure they are completed on schedule.
  • Maintain equipment lists and enroll new equipment into calibration and maintenance schedules.
  • Implement and deploy policies, procedures, and protocols for equipment and other lab activities.
  • Work within required databases and management systems to track and update assets, records, and documents.
  • Participate in calibration and maintenance activities including those for pipets, biological safety cabinets, incubators, etc. with accurate and timely documentation following Company SOPs.
  • Oversee and escort vendors following Company SOPs and completing tasks in a compliant manner, ensuring that the necessary documentation is completed accurately.
  • Support the maintenance of all Facilities working standards (manufacturing, utilities and labs).
  • Interact with other departments and personnel to resolve any lab operations, calibration or equipment issues.
  • Maintain a safe work environment, including following all safety SOPs and wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
  • Maintain accurate record keeping of equipment and systems.
  • Work independently and make sound judgments regarding work methods and tools.
  • Work with third party Vendors while performing services on equipment to ensure that all are following Company policies.
Qualifications
  • 1+ years of laboratory operations and equipment maintenance related experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
  • Associate's degree preferred.
  • Exposure to Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) preferred.
  • Mechanical knowledge of equipment and tools, including their design, operation, repair, and maintenance with experiencing supporting equipment such as biosafety cabinets, incubators, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers, and other general laboratory equipment preferred.
  • Requires the use of basic math skills and the ability to use technical calibration equipment.
  • Proficient problem-solving abilities along with being detail oriented.
  • Excellent cross functional communication skills with the ability to manage and prioritize high volumes of R&D and Manufacturing end user facilities requests.
  • Good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Self-motivated, flexible, able to prioritize, multitask, and work in a fast paced & dynamic environment.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
  • 100% on-site work at corporate headquarters in San Diego, CA.
  • Must be able to lift, carry, push and/or pull 50 pounds of equipment or supplies.
  • Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.
Compensation
  • The salary offer will be based on a variety of factors, including level, experience, qualifications, internal equity, and location.
  • Fate offers a competitive employment package that includes an annual bonus, equity, and a generous benefits package.
  • The anticipated hourly range for this role is $26.00 - $30.00.
The preceding job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. Additional and incidental duties related to the primary duties may be required from time to time.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Fate Therapeutics, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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About Fate Therapeutics, Inc.
Fate Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to bringing a pipeline of induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived cellular immunotherapies to patients. Using its proprietary iPSC product platform, the Company has established a leadership position in creating multiplexed-engineered master iPSC lines and in the manufacture and clinical development of off-the-shelf, iPSC-derived cell products. The Company's pipeline includes iPSC-derived T-cell and natural killer (NK) cell product candidates, which are selectively designed, incorporate novel synthetic controls of cell function, and are intended to deliver multiple therapeutic mechanisms to patients. Fate Therapeutics is headquartered in San Diego, CA. For more information, please visit www.fatetherapeutics.com.


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