{"id":681778,"url":"https://alion.io/job/parse-biosciences-director-gigalab-genomics-services","title":"Director, GigaLab & Genomics Services","company":{"id":7132,"name":"Parse Biosciences","domain":"parsebiosciences.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/parse-biosciences","size_band":"51-200","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Greenhouse","truth_index":null},"role":"Science & Research","role_family":"Science & Research","seniority":"head","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Seattle, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":190000,"max":225000,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":225000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":7,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-08-11T22:46:13Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-08-11","last_verified_at":"2026-09-26T02:20:44Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":45,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":45},"description":"WHO WE ARE\nParse Biosciences, a QIAGEN company, is a global life sciences company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. The company develops and commercializes single-cell sequencing technologies and related products used in biomedical research. Parse products are utilized in more than 3,000 laboratories worldwide and include Evercode™ Whole Transcriptome, Evercode™ TCR, Gene Capture, and associated software solutions.\nFounded based on technology developed at the University of Washington, Parse operates a 34,000-square-foot headquarters and laboratory facility in Seattle’s South Lake Union district. \nTHE POSITION\nAs the Director, GigaLab and Genomics Services at Parse Biosciences, you will lead and scale the GigaLab, our customer-facing genomics services laboratory in Seattle, WA. This role is responsible for the successful delivery of large-scale single-cell projects and datasets that support customers across academia, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical organizations. As the leader of a growing, revenue-generating function, you will own the operational execution of customer programs from onboarding through delivery, ensuring projects are prioritized appropriately and completed on time, at the highest quality standards, and in a manner that supports long-term customer satisfaction and business growth.\nThe ideal candidate combines deep genomics expertise with exceptional operational leadership, strong project management mindset, and a commercial mindset. They will bring experience from a genomics core facility, sequencing laboratory, or similar services environment and thrive in a fast-paced setting that requires balancing scientific excellence, customer needs, operational efficiency, and business priorities. This individual will be energized by building scalable systems, leading high-performing teams, and continuously improving how our genomics services business operates and it grows.\nThis position is based at our Seattle, WA headquarters. Regular on-site presence is required, and relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates from within the United States.\nIN THIS POSITION, YOU WILL\nLead and scale Parse Biosciences’ GigaLab and Genomics Services, with accountability for operational performance, customer satisfaction, and the continued growth and success of Parse’s revenue-generating services business.\nOversee laboratory operations, including project prioritization, scheduling, capacity planning, workflow optimization, risk mitigation, and cross-functional coordination to ensure multiple concurrent customer projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards.\nPartner cross-functionally with Commercial, Scientific Partnerships, Product, Bioinformatics, R&D, and Operations to ensure successful project execution, enhance the customer experience, and continuously improve the efficiency, scalability, and profitability of the genomics services business. \nDirectly manage and lead a genomics laboratory team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.\nProvide technical oversight for genomics workflows, including NGS library preparation, single-cell sequencing, RNA sequencing, sequencing operations, and laboratory automation platforms.\nTroubleshoot technical and operational challenges, serving as an escalation point for complex projects and customer issues.\nParticipate in customer onboarding, project planning, and operational alignment discussions to ensure a seamless customer experience.\nDevelop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive operational excellence, quality, efficiency, and scalability.\nOversee laboratory quality systems, SOPs, documentation, equipment management, vendor relationships, procurement activities, and operational readiness.\nLead forecasting, resource allocation, and continuous improvement initiatives that support the growth, scalability, and long-term success of Parse’s genomics services business.\nFOR THIS POSITION, WE LOOK FOR\nAn advanced degree in Molecular Biology, Genomics, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field.\n7+ years of progressive experience in genomics laboratory operations, including leadership experience within a genomics core facility, sequencing laboratory, genomics services organization, or related environment.\nStrong technical expertise in next-generation sequencing (NGS) technologies and laboratory workflows, including single-cell sequencing, RNA sequencing, library preparation, and sequencing operations.\nDemonstrated ability to lead complex, cross-functional scientific programs involving multiple stakeholders, competing priorities, and aggressive timelines. \nExperience managing laboratory personnel and building high-performing technical teams.\nDemonstrated success improving operational processes, implementing scalable workflows, and driving continuous improvement in a scientific or laboratory environment.\nExcellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to effectively engage customers, scientific stakeholders, cross-functional partners, and executive leadership.\nExceptional planning, organizational, and project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple concurrent customer projects while maintaining operational excellence. \nExperience operating within a customer-facing, fee-for-service, or revenue-generating scientific environment.\nPMP certification or other formal project management training is a plus.\nJOB CONDITIONS\nWork is performed primarily in a laboratory environment under BSL-2 conditions, in compliance with all safety protocols and regulatory requirements.\nMust be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including lab coats, gloves, safety glasses, and other required protective gear.\nRegular on-site presence is required to support laboratory operations, team leadership, and customer project execution.\nAbility to work with and around laboratory equipment, chemicals, reagents, and biological materials in accordance with established safety guidelines.\nMust be able to perform laboratory tasks, including operating laboratory equipment, handling biological samples, and supporting troubleshooting activities when needed.\nFrequent standing, walking, and movement throughout laboratory and office environments.\nAbility to occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 30 pounds.\nMay require occasional evening or weekend work to support customer commitments, time-sensitive projects, or operational needs.\nMust be able to maintain a high level of organization, attention to detail, and sound judgment in a fast-paced, customer-focused laboratory environment.\nParse Biosciences is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.\nAs part of our commitment to fairness and inclusion, we do not use artificial intelligence or automated systems to screen job applications. Every application is reviewed by a member of our hiring team to ensure that hiring decisions are made thoughtfully and equitably.\nTo meet the health and wellness needs of our team, Parse offers a comprehensive benefits package for all full time employees, including:\nMedical, dental, vision, and Rx (prescription) coverage beginning on the 1st day of the month following your start date. Parse covers 90% of the monthly premiums for employees, and 60% for dependents.\nA 401(k) program with no waiting period to participate\nBasic life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage. Monthly premiums for both are covered at 100% by Parse.\nFlexible spending account (FSA) options for medical, dependent care, and commuter expenses\nA transportation program (Seattle only)\n12 paid holidays annually and a winter holiday break\nA generous time off policy\nMarket Pay Range - Exact compensation offered will be determined based on the candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location, and may vary for candidates in regions with significantly different market conditions.\n$190,000—$225,000 USD","description_format":"text","description_chars":8314,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":7,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":null,"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Life insurance","Relocation assistance"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":true,"industries":["Genomics & Genetic Testing","Bioinformatics","Laboratory Equipment"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-10T23:41:28Z"}],"liveness":{"score":36,"band":"fade","label":"Fading","p_open":1,"p_active":0.66,"p_room":0.55,"age_days":44,"expected_fill_days":36,"reasons":["conf:0","win:tail"],"computed_at":"2026-09-25T05:45:01Z"},"pay":{"stated_usd_annual":225000,"is_top_pay":false},"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/parse-biosciences-director-gigalab-genomics-services","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/parse-biosciences-director-gigalab-genomics-services.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-09-26T03:46:27Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","usage":{"tier":"crawler","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":4036,"day_limit":5000,"remaining_today":964,"minute_limit":60,"resets_at":"2026-09-27T00:00:00Z"}}}