Lab Manager

Lab Manager

About Us:

Eupraxia is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing locally delivered, extended-release products that have the potential to address therapeutic areas with high unmet medical need. DiffuSphere™, a proprietary, polymer-based micro-sphere technology, is designed to facilitate targeted drug delivery of both existing and novel drugs. The technology is designed to support an extended duration of effect and delivery of drugs in a hyper-localized fashion, targeting only the tissues that physicians want to treat. We believe the potential for fewer adverse events may be achieved through the precision targeting and the stable and flat delivery of the active ingredient when using the DiffuSphere™ technology, versus the peaks and troughs seen with more traditional drug delivery methods. The precision of Eupraxia's DiffuSphere™ technology platform has the potential to augment and transform existing FDA-approved drugs to improve their safety, tolerability, efficacy and duration of effect. The potential uses in therapeutic areas may go beyond pain and inflammatory gastrointestinal disease, where Eupraxia currently is developing advanced treatments, also to be applicable in oncology, infectious disease and other critical disease areas.

Eupraxia's EP-104GI is currently in a Phase 1b/2a trial, the RESOLVE trial, for the treatment of EoE. EP-104GI is administered as an injection into the esophageal wall, providing local delivery of drug. This is a unique treatment approach for EoE. Eupraxia also recently completed a Phase 2b clinical trial (SPRINGBOARD) of EP-104IAR for the treatment of pain due to knee osteoarthritis. The trial met its primary endpoint and three of the four secondary endpoints. In addition, Eupraxia is developing a pipeline of long-acting formulations at both later and earlier stages. Potential pipeline indications include candidates for other inflammatory joint indications and oncology, each designed to improve on the activity and tolerability of currently approved drugs. For further details about Eupraxia, please visit the Company's website at: www.eupraxiapharma.com.

We are seeking an individual who is interested in working for a fast-paced, growing company that fosters a creative spirit and integrated teamwork, and who is eligible to work in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

Job Description:

Eupraxia is seeking an experienced Lab Manager to oversee the daily operations of our R&D laboratory. The successful candidate will ensure safe, efficient, and compliant laboratory operations while managing equipment and inventory. This role requires technical knowledge of chemistry, as well as proficiency in equipment maintenance, and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of laboratory safety and quality.

Reports to: Associate Director, Pharmaceutical Development

Responsibilities:

• Maintain compliance with federal, provincial, and local safety regulations including the BC Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, and WorkSafeBC standards
• Develop, implement, and enforce laboratory safety protocols and standard operating procedures
• Conduct regular health and fire safety training and maintain accurate safety documentation
• Perform safety inspections and hazard assessments; address identified risks promptly
• Manage chemical inventory, storage, and disposal in accordance with regulations
• Order laboratory consumables and manage supplier relationships
• Oversee shipping and receiving of chemicals and samples, including international shipping documentation and compliance
• Monitor and maintain laboratory facilities, including HVAC, and coordinate services as required
• Implement plan for any future facility renovations
• Track operating budget and expenditures to ensure financial accountability

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related scientific field with 3-5+ years (Bachelor’s) or 2+ years (Master’s) of laboratory management or senior technical laboratory experience
• Proven experience with international shipping logistics and import compliance
• Experience with analytical chemistry or biological assays would be advantageous

Additional attributes:

• Highly motivated self-starter with strong initiative in identifying operational improvements
• Proactive problem-solver who can troubleshoot equipment issues and safety concerns independently
• Attention to detail in maintaining compliance records, inventory management, and safety documentation
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to juggle multiple laboratory priorities
• Continuous learner committed to staying current with laboratory regulations and best practices
• Clear communicator capable of explaining safety procedures and technical requirements to diverse audiences
• Strong vendor and supplier relationship management skills
• Experienced with high potency compound handling and associated safety protocols
• Enthusiastic about pitching in on experimental work when needed, working closely with researchers alongside lab management duties.

Salary Range: CAD$70,000-130,000 annually

Within the posted range, individual pay is determined by job-related skills, relevant experience, education and/or training. Please note that the range details above reflect the base pay only. A bonus will be available based on performance and remaining in post for the agreed contract duration. We also offer a competitive benefits package.

This is an opportunity to work in a small, entrepreneurial, and highly motivating environment, with a strong emphasis on work/life balance and a supportive company culture.

How to Apply:

Please apply to:  https://eupraxiapharma.bamboohr.com/careers/33

While only short-listed candidates will be notified, we thank each applicant for their submission.