job summary: The CMC Synthetics Platform within the company R&D organization, is responsible for the process development of small molecule drug substances undergoing clinical studies. We are seeking a hands-on laboratory manager with excellent organizational skills to support our activities. location: Cambridge, Massachusetts job type: Contract salary: $55 - 59 per hour work hours: 9 to 5 education: Bachelors responsibilities: Job Responsibilities The person will provide services to company at the Cambridge Crossing (CX), Cambridge, MA site.Provide on-site service to the Client for both laboratory functions and laboratory equipment and instrumentation maintenance and upkeepPerform experimental protocols to support the Client's technology platformsEnsure compliance with health and safety teams and training as required for company lab operationsSupport inventory management, purchasing, and shipping of chemical compounds and laboratory supplies Laboratories support activities: Maintain equipment and support new equipment installation and material readiness for technology platformsSubmit and track work requests and coordinate with service engineers to ensure timely service in cases of equipment failureWrite and maintain training documentation describing the proper use of equipment and workflowsCoordinate with IT for laboratory computer troubleshootingAssist scientists with shipping of chemical samples and bulk chemicals and intermediates between sites and CROs/CMOs including international shipping logisticsMonitor and maintain HPLC/UPLC diluent and eluent supplies as neededGenerate experimental data by following platform protocols qualifications: Education & Qualifications B.S. or B.A. in relevant field (Chemistry or related discipline) with at least 3 years of relevant experience, or Master's in ChemistryDemonstrated aptitude for working in the lab and hands-on experience with equipment and instrument maintenanceExcellent communication skills (oral and written) and organization skills are requiredAbility to work independently and set own scheduleMicrosoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience participating in teams and collaborative work environments. Must have experience: Lab Manager, someone who is readily available in lab, basic experience with equipment, chemicals comfort with PPE, collab with vendorsHPLC instrumentation troubleshooting experiencePrevious experience working with vendors, relocating chemicals, solvents liquids, working to support other ScientistsProficient in MS SuitePrevious data generation experienceMinimum of 3 years of relevant laboratory-based experience, must be professional experience; within pharma, biotech or academic labs. Same min # of years applicable to both bachelor's degree and master's degree candidates. Nice to Have/ Preferred Skills: Chemistry Lab Management experience #LI-AM1 skills: Chemistry, Ultra Performance Liquid Chromatography (UPLC), High Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Chemistry Manufacturing and Controls (CMC) Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.