Associate Manager, Precision Medicine & Biomarkers

Job Description

Join Immatics and shape the future of cancer immunotherapy; one patient at a time!  

Immatics is at the forefront of immunotherapy innovation, working to harness the power of T cells to transform cancer treatment.  

Immatics is an exceptional clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company active in the discovery and development of T cells redirecting cancer immunotherapies. We use these powerful T cells to develop groundbreaking immunotherapies that target cancer cells. We are dedicated to transforming cancer treatment and improving patient outcomes through cutting-edge research and advanced TCR technology. 

Why Join Us? 

• Innovative Environment: Help to pioneer advancements in cancer immunotherapy. 

• Collaborative Culture: Be part of a diverse team dedicated to your professional growth. 

• Global Impact: Contribute to therapies that make a lasting impact on patients globally. 

We are seeking an Associate Manager to support our Precision Medicine & Biomarkers team. The Associate Manager will support the day-to-day functioning of a CLIA/CAP-accredited clinical laboratory, ensuring timely and compliant execution of biomarker assays for clinical trials. This role combines technical oversight, personnel management, and process optimization to maintain high-quality testing standards and operational efficiency. 

FLSA Classification: Salary, Exempt  
Schedule: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Monday to Friday; On-site  
Reports to: Associate Director, Precision Medicine & Biomarkers  
Location: 13203 Murphy Road Suite 100 Stafford, TX 77477  

  

What You’ll Do: 

As an Associate Manager, you will play a key role in:  

Laboratory Operations and Compliance: 

• Support biomarker testing for Immatics clinical trials in a timely and compliant manner. 

• Train and maintain competency in key biomarker assays. 

• Supervise daily operations to ensure compliance with CLIA and CAP regulations. 

• Collaborate with the quality team to implement and monitor quality control measures to ensure accurate and timely test results. 

• Participate in internal and external audits and proficiency testing to uphold regulatory and accreditation standards. 

• Prepare for regulatory inspections through regular gap assessments and process improvements. 

• Act as floor manager to monitor day-to-day laboratory activity, ensuring staff are working efficiently and workflows are optimized. 

• Assist with scheduling daily and weekly lab activities, ensuring timely execution and adjusting plans as needed to maintain throughput. 

• Provide oversight of sample handling workflows, including coordination of all clinical samples, blood samples for CTC (circulating tumor cell) processing, TCERquant and RNAseq Samples.  

• Maintain clear oversight of lab personnel schedules, ensuring coverage and operational continuity. 

Team Leadership and Development: 

• Cultivate a collaborative team culture built on trust and open communication. 

• Recruit, onboard, and align staff with lab objectives and culture. 

• Support training and onboarding of new personnel, ensuring competency in lab procedures, equipment use, and documentation standards. 

• Provide timely feedback, coaching, and performance management to support professional growth. 

• Recognize individual and team contributions while constructively addressing performance challenges. 

Technical Expertise on Molecular Biology Assays: 

• Train staff on molecular techniques, including nucleic acid extractions, qPCR assays, dPCR, and immunohistochemistry, ensuring proper documentation. 

• Support drafting and revision of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and laboratory manuals. 

• Assist R&D activities by planning and execution of assay verification and validation experiments. 

• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Clinical Operations, Bioinformatics, and other departments to ensure seamless lab operations. 

Data Management and Collaboration: 

• Oversee database management for accurate storage and retrieval of experimental data. 

• Work closely with internal and external teams to facilitate seamless project coordination. 

• Maintain equipment and manage related contracts, purchases, and budgeting processes. 

 Secondary Functions:  

• Attend organizational meetings.  

• Assist in CLIA/CAP inspection activities.  

• Attend clinical laboratory related continuing education webinars/ courses.  

• Other duties as assigned. 

Required Experience and Education: 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline. 

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a clinical, CLIA-regulated laboratory. 

• Strong knowledge of molecular diagnostic methods (e.g., nucleic acid extraction, qPCR, dPCR) and their application in clinical testing. 

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage schedules, and resolve workflow bottlenecks. 

Preferred Experience and Education:  

• Direct experience with CLIA/CAP audits or inspections, including inspection readiness activities. 

• Proficiency in assay development, validation, and implementation, ideally within a clinical laboratory context. 

• Working knowledge of laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and data handling in a regulated setting. 

• Experience with handling human clinical samples, including whole blood, FFPE tissues, and RNA/DNA extracts. 

• Familiarity with project management principles or laboratory operational metrics. 

• Experience with training and onboarding technical staff in a clinical or research laboratory environment. 

• Certification or continuing education in clinical laboratory science, quality systems, or laboratory management is a plus 

Competencies:  

• Leadership  

• Attention to Detail 

• Time Management 

• Problem Solving 

• Communication 

• Initiative  

• Compliance  

Link: https://immatics.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/immatics_us/job/Associate-Manager–Precision-Medicine—Biomarkers_JR100440

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