Director, Facilities and Lab Operations (Contract)
Xaira TherapeuticsRemotely
vendor managementfacilities managementspace planningprocurementbudget managementlab operationseh&s
Job Description
📋 Description
- Oversee day-to-day lab and office operations in SF and Seattle; light London oversight.
- Ensure safe, efficient, compliant spaces that support science work.
- Collaborate with researchers, ops, and leadership to evolve infrastructure.
- Coordinate space expansion projects with external partners.
- Manage vendor relationships, procurement, and inventory.
- Support transitions of office and lab spaces with minimal disruption.
🎯 Requirements
- BS/BA in life sciences, engineering, or related field.
- 8–10+ years in lab and facilities operations (biotech preferred).
- Experience with space planning and expansions with external teams.
- Strong EH&S and lab safety knowledge; facilities systems expertise.
- Excellent communication, organization, problem-solving skills.
- Hands-on, resourceful approach in a fast-paced environment.
🎁 Benefits
- Competitive compensation package; open, flexible, inclusive environment.
- Base pay range: $94-$118 hourly; varies by market/experience.
- Light travel between SF, Seattle, and London offices as needed.
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