convergentresearch - Convergent Research - Ops Manager / Sr. Ops Manager

• 5+ years in life science laboratory operations, research administration, executive administrative support, or a combined role in a life-science environment. • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities with high attention to detail and follow-through. • Experience coordinating vendors, purchasing, and basic lab logistics. • Strong written and verbal communication; can produce clear notes, status summaries, and action tracking. • High discretion and comfort handling confidential or sensitive information. • Proficiency with common productivity tools (Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, calendars, spreadsheets, shared drives). • Experience in research lab operations and leadership support in a startup environment. • Ability to operate independently with ownership of workstreams/packages. • Familiarity with regulated research settings and compliance coordination (animal licensing, training records, risk assessments, audits). Ideally a former or current PIL holder. • Experience supporting grant-funded programs (budget tracking inputs, reporting support, documentation). • Comfort with building “just enough process” in early-stage environments (onboarding, SOPs, trackers). • Comfort with AI productivity tools • Prior experience in neuroscience, imaging, or preclinical research environments • MSc or higher in the life sciences. • ## Physical Demands • Fine motor skills for operating computers and office/lab equipment. • Ability to move light-to-moderately heavy items (typical lab supplies/equipment); may include occasional lifting/carrying with appropriate equipment (e.g., carts/dollies).