Temporary Lab Operations Coordinator

Manager: Associate Director, Lab Operations
Department: Gene Therapy, Technical Development
Location: Primarily Brisbane, with occasional support in Richmond

Sangamo Therapeutics is a genomic medicine company building value with cutting-edge work across four distinct but complementary technology platforms – gene therapy, cell therapy, in vivo genome editing, and in vivo genome regulation. At Sangamo, we are passionate in developing genomic medicines to transform the lives of patients with serious diseases. We transform lives by building a robust, sustainable, differentiated, innovative, and high value genomic medicine pipeline that addresses patients with life-limiting conditions. Sangamo takes pride in being the first to edit endogenous human genes, first to treat patients with gene edited T cells, and first to treat patients with in vivo genome editing. Our top priority is to meet the needs of patients with commitment and compassion. Along with our commitment to science and to our patients, we also endeavor to create an inclusive environment that promotes and values diversity. Sangamo is a company where individuals can flourish, grow and develop their expertise.

We are seeking top talent to join our mission. Let’s build a better future together.

JOB SUMMARY:   

This position supports day-to-day Covid-19 Compliance for on-site operations as well as supports planning and coordination of the Technical Operations Lab Operations group’s projects. The Lab Operations Coordinator works with Sangamo’s Covid-19 Operations Sub-Team to ensure implementation and best practices for on-site employees. Provides training and feedback to employees and managers on maintaining compliance. The position is primarily based on-site in Brisbane, with occasional support at our Pt. Richmond site.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Enforces safety policies prescribed by Sangamo’s Covid-19 Task Force to ensure a safe work environment; ensures all procedures are current and accurate, and coordinates with Task Force members and EH&S on compliance-related issues.
• Interprets company policies to ensure consistency across the workforce.
• Manages on a daily basis:
• Access approval for employees, including verification of on-site testing.
• Verification of employee health checks.
• Schedule/Rota oversite for onsite employees.
• Vendor visits, including access verification.
• Requires interaction with external vendors and contractors, as well as internal partners within Sangamo.
• Schedules vendors and contractors for on site visits, including equipment installation and maintenance.
• Tracks internal projects and activities within Lab Operations for both Brisbane and Pt. Richmond locations.
• Updates instrument maintenance records in CMMS
• Evaluates, develops and implements new SOPs and protocols as required
• Occasional ordering.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

• The ideal candidate for this position will have demonstrated coordinator, planning, or administrative experience. Biotech/Pharmaceutical Industry experienced preferred but not required.
• An Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 3-5+ years’ experience in an administrative or coordinator role
• Experience contacting external vendors.
• The ability to structure time to meet deadlines and flexibility with changing requirements and deliverables.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Experience with data entry, using Excel or other spreadsheet tools.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary industrial environment.
• Ability to communicate Covid-19 compliance-related issues with a variety of individuals at various levels within the organization.
• Project Management experience a plus
• Experience managing schedules and timelines, utilizing tools such as MS Project or similar, a plus.

Sangamo is an equal opportunity employer

The above reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this position but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The above duties are representative only; management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.



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