Monte Rosa Therapeutics is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Compound Manager to build and lead a compound and sample management function. The successful candidate will be accountable for storage, retrieval and distribution of Monte Rosa’s compound collection for biological profiling, both internally and externally across global sites. Working closely with Chemistry, Biology, Screening, Data Science, and Facilities groups, the candidate should exhibit excellent communication and collaborative skills for working on cross-functional teams, as well as demonstrate a high degree of independence and organization.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage the receipt, storage, and inventory of compounds and samples for biological assay
Coordinate incoming and outgoing compound shipments to/from CROs, partners and collaborators
Manage registration data QC for purchased compounds
Evaluate Monte Rosa scientists needs for sample format and delivery and ensure tracking accuracy
Collaborate with scientists from multiple disciplines (internal and external) to design and implement workflows for sample distribution
Develop, write and train on Operating Procedures for compound management and sample distribution
Develop methods for liquid handlers, tube sorters, barcode readers and other automation
Oversee the work of lab technicians
Requirements
Three to five (3-5) years of applicable experience within the life sciences industry;
Hands-on experience in compound management and an excellent understanding of underlying processes
Experience operating, programming and troubleshooting various instrumentation including acoustic dispensers, 384 well pipetting systems, plate handlers, tube sorters
Experience with LIMS and barcode systems
Experience writing SOPs and designing QC processes
Excellent communication skills with internal and external personnel
Experience working across multiple teams and functionalities
Experience and ability to manage a small team
Experience in basic management of laboratory resources
Strong organization skills and able to prioritize and manage multiple projects and the ability to work independently
Must be independently motivated and willing to accomplish all tasks large and small