Laboratory Instruments and Facilities Engineer at Celcuity

Minneapolis, MNFull-timeR & D and Laboratory OperationsPosted 12 days ago

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POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the R&D Laboratory Manager, the Laboratory Instruments and Facilities Engineer will oversee daily operations and maintenance of the laboratory within a life sciences environment. This individual will ensure all facility systems operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with FDA, GMP, and OSHA standards, supporting a high-complexity, regulated laboratory environment. This role will serve as the primary lead for critical infrastructure, including cleanrooms and specialized laboratory utilities, ensuring operational continuity and readiness to support scientific and clinical activities. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: · Facilities Operations: Oversee daily operations of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems (BAS) to ensure uninterrupted facility performance. · Regulatory Compliance: Ensure facilities meet cGMP, ISO, and safety requirements, supporting audits and maintaining documentation for regulatory inspections. · Laboratory Infrastructure: Manage critical utilities including DI/RO water systems, lab vacuum systems, process chilled water, CO2 gas, and liquid nitrogen storage. · Maintenance & Equipment Management: Coordinate preventive maintenance, calibration, and repair of facility systems and laboratory equipment using CMMS (e.g., LIMBLE) to minimize downtime. · Environmental Health & Safety (EHS): Oversee protocols for safe storage, handling, and disposal of hazardous chemicals and biological materials. · Project Management: Lead facility upgrades, laboratory expansions, and capital improvement projects in support of operational and scientific needs. QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS: Education & Experience · Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or related field · 5–8+ years of experience managing laboratory or regulated facilities, preferably within biotech, pharma, or life sciences environments Required Technical Skills · Experience supporting laboratory and/or GMP-regulated environments · Strong understanding of building systems including HVAC, BAS, electrical, and plumbing · Experience with CMMS/ERP systems for maintenance tracking and asset management · Knowledge of regulatory requirements (FDA, GMP, OSHA) · Ability to manage multiple priorities and support cross-functional teams Preferred Qualifications · Experience supporting cleanroom environments in regulated laboratory or manufacturing settings · Professional certifications such as Certified Facility Manager (CFM) or Facilities Management Professional (FMP) preferred · Experience managing lab-specific infrastructure and utilities, including DI/RO water systems, vacuum systems, and process chilled water About Us: Celcuity is a clinical-stage, publicly traded biotechnology company seeking to extend the lives of cancer patients through the development of targeted therapies for the treatment of multiple solid tumor indications. The company was founded to develop a better way to treat the cellular drivers of tumor growth. Our lead therapeutic candidate, gedatolisib, is an intravenously administered, potential first-in-class PI3K/AKT/mTOR (PAM) pathway inhibitor. Its mechanism of action and pharmacokinetic properties are highly differentiated from other currently approved and investigational therapies that target PI3K or mTOR alone or together. Gedatolisib phase 3 clinical development programs are focused on the treatment of patients with HR+/HER2- ABC in the 1L and 2L settings. A Phase 1b/2 clinical trial evaluating gedatolisib in combination with darolutamide in patients with metastatic castration resistant prostate cancer, is ongoing. Celcuity is an Equal-Opportunity Employer. Celcuity is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices, and we strive to provide employees with total compensation packages that are competitive. For this role, the anticipated base pay range is $90,000-$125,000 DOE. The exact base pay offered for this role will depend on various factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s geography, qualifications, skills, and experience.

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