Lab Supervisor; Bilingual English​/Mandarin

Novogene Corp is a leading global provider of genomic services and solutions, recognized for cutting-edge next-generation sequencing (NGS) and bioinformatics expertise. With thousands of employees and multiple international locations, Novogene offers one of the largest sequencing capacities in the world and delivers high-quality data to support diverse research goals.

Lab Supervisor (Bilingual
- English/Mandarin)

Beaverton, OR 97008 (On-site)

Full-Time

Annual 80K Salary + 12% Quarterly Bonus after 90 days of probation period

We are looking for a skilled Lab Supervisor (Bilingual
- English/Mandarin) to lead our team at the newly opened Beaverton biology lab. This role is pivotal in ensuring lab operations meet our high standards for genomic services while fostering a collaborative team environment. As we coordinate closely with our global headquarters, fluency in both English and Mandarin is required to manage technical communication and reporting effectively.

• Team Leadership:
  Supervise daily lab activities, manage technician schedules, and provide hands‑on training for new hires during their 90‑day training period.
• Operational Excellence:
  Ensure all genomic testing and lab processes adhere to SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and quality control standards.
• Bilingual Liaison:
  Translate technical protocols and serve as the primary point of contact for technical discussions with our HQ engineering and science teams.
• Inventory & Equipment:
  Oversee the procurement of lab supplies and ensure all equipment is regularly calibrated and maintained.
• Compliance & Safety:
  Enforce strict adherence to lab safety protocols and regulatory requirements. Assist HR in maintaining safety training records.
• Performance Management:
  Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide technical feedback to the team to ensure professional growth and lab efficiency.

• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  Full professional proficiency in Mandarin and English (required for technical reporting and HQ collaboration).
• Education:
  
  Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, or a related field.
• Experience:
  
  3+ years of experience in a production lab setting, with at least 1 year in a lead or supervisory capacity.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Deep understanding of genomic services, PCR, or sequencing technologies. Proficiency in LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems) and Excel for data tracking.
• Soft Skills:
  
  Strong problem-solving abilities and the warmth to mentor a growing team.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

• Leading a Biology Production Lab team with NGS, Sequencing : 3-5 years (Preferred)