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Virology Lab Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$58K - $87K/yr

Description of Work The Virology/Serology Unit of the NC State Laboratory of Public Health is ... Experience with performing lab assays. * Working knowledge of lab safety protocols. Posting ...

Maintain lab operations and research records-Lab management at Exthymic depends on rigorous ... Background in cancer biology, cell therapeutics, GMP, neurobiology, microbiology, virology ...

Post Doctoral Fellow

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$47K - $64K/yr

Tse Lab @ Saint Louis University School of Medicine www.TseLabVirology.com The Tse Lab has a ... Traditional molecular virology skills and the ability to generate hypotheses are required. Work ...

$67K - $92K/yr

Manage Assay Lifecycle: Evaluate and manage the full lifecycle of cell‑based assay projects ... Virology Skills: Experience with BSL-1 and BSL-2 viral systems, including AAV, RCL, and RCR.

High Complex CLIA LAB: Lab Director

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$115K - $151K/yr

Oversee quality management program to ensure accurate, reliable, and timely laboratory testing ... Board certification in a relevant discipline (e.g., Virology, Molecular Biology, Clinical Chemistry ...

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How much do virology lab manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for virology lab manager in the United States is $91,960.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $111,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a virology lab manager do?

A Virology Lab Manager oversees the daily operations of a laboratory that studies viruses. Their responsibilities include managing staff, ensuring safety protocols are followed, maintaining equipment, and coordinating research projects. They also ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and may contribute to experimental design and data analysis. Effective communication and strong organizational skills are essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a virology lab manager?

To thrive as a Virology Lab Manager, you need advanced knowledge in virology, laboratory management experience, and at least a bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant life science field. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), biosafety protocols, and certifications like CLIA or CAP accreditation are typically required. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for overseeing staff and ensuring regulatory compliance. These skills are vital for maintaining lab safety, ensuring accurate results, and leading a high-performing research or diagnostic team.

What are the main challenges faced by a virology lab manager when ensuring laboratory safety and compliance?

A Virology Lab Manager must continuously monitor and enforce strict biosafety protocols to protect staff from infectious agents and to comply with regulatory standards. Challenges include staying updated with evolving guidelines, training new personnel, and managing resources to maintain appropriate safety equipment. Additionally, balancing high-throughput research demands with meticulous documentation and risk assessment requires strong organizational and leadership skills. Effective communication with both technical staff and institutional safety officers is also critical to address emerging biohazards promptly.

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Infographic showing various Virology Lab Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $91,960 per year, or $44.2 per hour.

Manager - IT Applications Lab Systems

Rensselaer, NY • On-site

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc (USA)
Biotechnology Research and Development • 5 - 10K employees

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago


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8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Build our future together: At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. We are seeking an IT Applications Manager — Lab Systems (Associate Manager or Manager) to join our IOPS IT team, leading the Laboratory Systems team responsible for the lifecycle development, maintenance, and compliance of laboratory software across our QC, Chemistry, Micro, and Virology labs. In this role, you will oversee system administration, validation, and compliance activities for benchtop and instrument software systems — while collaborating with QA, IT leadership, and cross-functional lab teams to ensure systems are maintained in a compliant and audit-ready state. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing, science-driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.

When & where: Location: Troy, New York, United States Work model: Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Discover your role:

Lead and develop the Lab Systems team, overseeing system administration and enhancements for benchtop computer systems and instrument software including Endoscan V, SoftMax Pro, and DataPro2 across the Rensselaer site Supervise team performance management and people development activities; serve as technical coach and mentor for direct reports Coordinate requirements gathering, system design priorities, and implementation timelines across functional laboratory departments; develop and revise methods, record keeping, policies, and procedures in compliance with regulatory requirements Collaborate with QA to ensure validated QC computers and software are maintained in a validated state; implement change control following established procedures and support Laboratory validation activities following SDLC design methodology Investigate and resolve computer software and IT hardware issues with QC instrumentation; support preparation of teams for regulatory and internal audits Partner with business teams and IT leadership to help develop strategy for a growing organization and team; manage operational budgets and contribute to longer-term Lab Systems planning Knowledge of cGMP, GAMP, 21 CFR Part 11, and Annex 11; strong understanding of ALCOA+ principles and data integrity in biopharmaceutical production ITIL certification and project management training preferred Knowledge of helpdesk ticketing systems such as ServiceNow and Regulatory Asset Manager systems advantageous

This role requires:

Associate Manager: 6+ years of relevant experience with 2+ years managing teams Manager: 7+ years of relevant experience with 3+ years managing teams May consider experience in lieu of education. Level is determined based on qualifications relevant to the role

We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship. Where necessary, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate. The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits. Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits. For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the U.S., please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other locations, additional information will be provided during the recruitment process.

Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we do our best work when we are together. For that reason, many roles are required to be performed on‑site.

As part of the recruitment process, certain background checks may be conducted in accordance with the laws of the country where the position is based. The purpose of such checks is to verify certain information prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work and educational qualifications. For jobs in Canada: this posting is for an existing position.

Salary Range (annually) $92,200.00 - $176,000.00

Regeneron is a leading biotechnology company that invents life-transforming medicines for people with serious diseases. Founded and led for over 30 years by physician-scientists, our unique ability to repeatedly and consistently translate science into medicine has led to nine FDA-approved treatments and numerous product candidates in development, almost all of which were homegrown in our laboratories. Our medicines and pipeline are designed to help patients with eye diseases, allergic and inflammatory diseases, cancer, cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, neurology, infectious diseases and rare diseases. Regeneron is also proud of award winning culture of innovation, being recognized as a GreatPlacetoWorkin2021, FastCompany’s Best Workplace for Innovators in2020, and Forbes JUST companies in2020, among others.

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