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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

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. As we continue to grow, we are looking for 2–3 scientists with different backgrounds and expertise to join our R&D team. We are interested in people who are excited by science, enjoy solving complex problems, and want to contribute to the development of innovative research tools and technologies. Whether your background is in cell biology, tissue biology, spatial biology, immunology, biomarker research, assay development, translational science, omics technologies, or technology development, we would love to hear from you. What you will do Design, execute, optimize, and troubleshoot biological assays and laboratory experiments Analyze and interpret data, generate robust and reproducible results, and communicate clear conclusions Document experimental work according to quality standards and contribute to scientific decision-making Collaborate across R&D, Operations, and Commercial teams Support development of new applications, products, technologies, and improved ways of working Must-have qualifications MSc or PhD in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, Medical Science, or a related field Hands-on experience with immunofluorescence, immunohistochemistry (IHC), and other in situ staining and detection methods Experience working with both tissue samples and cell-based models Experience designing, executing, and troubleshooting biological experiments Strong skills in data analysis and presentation, experimental planning, and scientific documentation Fluent in English, written and spoken Experience in one or more of the following areas Cell culture and primary cell models RNA-based methods, transcriptomics, or other omics technologies Flow cytometry Multiplex imaging, microscopy, image analysis, or digital pathology Protein biomarker analysis and antibody-based assays Assay, application, or product development Translational research, biomarker discovery, or disease biology (e.g., oncology, immunology, neuroscience) Statistical analysis, automation, quality systems Industrial R&D, scientific publications, grant writing or patent-related activities Who you are Curious, innovative, and eager to solve scientific challenges Agile and adaptable, with the ability to work in a fast-moving environment Structured, organized, and committed to high scientific quality Hands-on, proactive, and solution-oriented Collaborative, supportive, and comfortable taking ownership of your work

About the Role We are looking for a proactive and organized Order& Logistics Coordinator to join our team. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of our customer order fulfillment, inbound and outbound logistics, warehouse inventory, invoicing processes and support production of Navinci products. You will work closely with suppliers, logistics partners, customers, and internal teams to ensure products are received, assembled, packaged, invoiced, and delivered efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy. If you enjoy a varied role where no two days are the same and take pride in keeping operations running smoothly, we'd love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Process customer orders, prepare invoices, and coordinate timely order fulfillment. Manage inbound and outbound logistics, including shipments, deliveries, and courier bookings. Receive, inspect, unpack, and verify incoming goods against purchase orders and delivery documentation. Organize and maintain warehouse inventory, ensuring materials are stored safely and efficiently Pick, pack, assemble, label, and prepare products for shipment. Perform inventory counts and support stock control and replenishment activities. Maintain accurate inventory, shipping, invoicing, and operational records. Coordinate with suppliers, logistics providers, customers, and internal teams to ensure smooth daily operations. Manage customer communication and track order follow-ups via the CRM system. Provide logistical support for organizing seminars, conferences and other company events and activities. Provide general operational support, including maintaining office and warehouse supplies and setting up workstations when required. Support time to time manufacturing team by assembling, packaging, and labeling products according to work instructions and quality standards. Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and health and safety procedures. Identify opportunities to improve operational processes, workflow efficiency, and workplace organization. What We Are Looking For You are a reliable, detail-oriented, flexible and practical team player who enjoys working in a dynamic environment. You are comfortable balancing administrative tasks with hands-on operational work and are committed to delivering high-quality results. Education and background 2+ years of relevant experience High proficiency in Microsoft Office & Excel Fluent in English is required, moderate in Swedish Experience Experience in warehouse operations, logistics, order fulfillment, customer service, or inventory management. Experience working with order handling and logistics in life-science business is an advantage Experience with invoicing, order processing, or CRM/ERP systems. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with inventory or accounting software is an advantage. Skills and Personal attributes Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities. Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. A proactive mindset with a willingness to identify and implement process improvements. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and interviews will be conducted continuously throughout the recruitment process

About the company: Navinci is a Swedish biotech company developing innovative technologies to study protein interactions in their native spatial context, with a strong legacy in in situ proximity ligation assay technology and a broad portfolio of products for spatial proteomics. About the role: We are looking for a Senior Data Scientist in image analysis to join Navinci and build scalable, automated pipelines for spatial interactomics. You will take strong ownership in designing and advancing computational methods, with a focus on creating robust, reproducible workflows that incorporate rigorous quality control and leverage deep learning to address complex biological questions. The work will support both internal R&D and external collaborations. You will be part of a highly skilled, and growing team, playing a key role in advancing pipeline development and computational innovation. The role requires both independent problem-solving and effective collaboration in a dynamic environment, helping position Navinci at the forefront of spatial biology and emerging AI technologies. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain scalable, automated analysis pipelines and reproducible workflows with robust quality control for spatial interactomics data. Develop novel computational methods and apply deep learning to address complex biological questions and enable new analysis capabilities. Build internal tools and contribute to best practices in pipeline design, reproducibility, and code quality. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external partners to translate biological problems into computational solutions. Mentor and guide junior team members while contributing to a collaborative, adaptive, and high-performing team environment. Work effectively in a dynamic environment with adaptability, independence, and strong collaboration, while staying current with advances in spatial omics and AI (e.g., agentic/LLM-based workflows). Qualifications Required: PhD in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Vision, or a related field (or equivalent industry experience). Strong understanding of spatial omics data and associated analysis challenges. Demonstrated ability to design and develop robust, reproducible computational methods and pipelines, including components such as image processing, clustering, spatial analysis, statistical analysis and data visualization. Strong proficiency in Python, with experience developing production-quality code for data analysis and pipeline development. Proven, hands-on experience in developing and applying deep learning models, using machine learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, Scikit-learn). Ability to independently solve complex, open-ended problems. Strong communication and collaboration skills in interdisciplinary environments. Preferred: Industry experience in image analysis methods and/or pipeline development is a strong plus. Experience with agentic workflows, AI agents, or LLM-based systems. Experience applying best practices in scientific programming and/or software engineering (e.g., testing, debugging, version control, CI/CD). Experience with GPU programming and performance optimization. Experience with high-throughput computing such as HPC or cloud computing. Experience with tool development, UI/UX, or containerization (e.g., Docker). What We Offer Opportunity to shape scientific direction in a cutting-edge company. Agile teams with fast decision-making and direct impact. Dynamic environment with growth and leadership potential. Close collaboration across R&D, product, and commercial teams. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.