Lab Manager

Lab Manager
R&D & Operations · Uppsala
About the role
At Navinci, we are passionate about understanding biology and disease at a deeper level. We develop technologies and applications that help researchers study proteins, signaling pathways, cellular biology, and molecular mechanisms directly in biological samples. Our work spans tissue and cell-based systems and increasingly combines information from multiple technologies and data types to generate richer biological insight. We collaborate with leading academic groups, biotech companies, and pharmaceutical partners worldwide to advance research and translational science.
We are now looking for an experienced and hands-on Lab Manager to take overall responsibility for our laboratories, infrastructure, equipment, and operational support functions.
This is a senior role with broad responsibility across laboratory operations, safety, facilities, equipment, and support for both R&D and production activities. Success in this role requires someone who enjoys combining strategic with practical laboratory work. You will be an important part of keeping our laboratories running efficiently while actively contributing to daily operations.
What you will doLaboratory Operations & Facilities
Maintain a well-organized, safe, and efficient laboratory environment


Develop, implement, and maintain laboratory SOPs, instructions, and operational procedures


Coordinate facility maintenance, service agreements, and landlord relations


Oversee cleaning services and support infrastructure improvements


Ensure laboratory resources are available to support R&D activities

Environment, Health & Safety (EHS)
Lead and drive continuous EHS improvements across the organization


Ensure compliance with laboratory safety standards, biosafety requirements, and regulatory obligations


Manage REACH and CLP related activities


Create and maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS)


Act as the primary contact for inspections


Conduct safety inspections and follow up on corrective actions

Equipment Management
Ensure laboratory equipment is maintained, serviced, calibrated, and operating effectively


Coordinate external service providers and maintenance activities


Maintain equipment records, service logs, and calibration schedules


Evaluate and implement new equipment and laboratory tools when needed

Inventory & Procurement
Manage inventory of reagents, consumables, and laboratory supplies


Develop and maintain efficient stock management systems


Coordinate purchasing and supplier relationships


Ensure uninterrupted laboratory workflows while optimizing costs

Laboratory Support
Support scientists and production personnel with laboratory operations


Assist with laboratory setup, optimization, and workflow improvements


Coordinate laboratory resources to support project priorities and production timelines


Act as a key point of contact for laboratory-related questions and operational support

Cell Culture & Tissue Sectioning
Take overall responsibility for cell culture laboratory functionality and equipment


Propagate and maintain mammalian cell lines


Produce and QC slides and materials for R&D and quality control activities


Oversee tissue sectioning workflows and quality standards


Ensure reproducibility, training, and continuous improvement of sectioning procedures

Training & Leadership
Train and onboard new employees in laboratory procedures, equipment usage, and safety practices


Promote a culture of quality, safety, accountability, and continuous improvement


Coordinate laboratory responsibilities and ensure compliance with established procedures



Must-have qualifications
MSc in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Life Science, or a related field (we also accept PhDs)


Several years of laboratory experience in an industrial, academic, or healthcare setting


Hands-on experience working in laboratory operations and support functions


Experience with mammalian cell culture


Experience with laboratory safety systems


Experience managing laboratory equipment, maintenance, and service providers


Strong organizational and project coordination skills


Fluent in English, written and spoken

Experience in most of the following areas
Laboratory facility management


Tissue sectioning and sample preparation


Laboratory documentation


Procurement and supplier management


Scientific equipment qualification, maintenance, and calibration


Change management and operational improvement projects


Supporting both R&D and production environments

Who you are
Structured, organized, and dependable


Hands-on and comfortable working in the laboratory on a daily basis


Proactive and solution-oriented


An excellent communicator who enjoys working with different functions across the company


Comfortable balancing long-term planning with operational execution


Driven to create efficient processes


Flexible and willing to support the team where needed


Motivated by enabling others to do great science



Location: Uppsala, Sweden Department: R&D Employment type: Full-time