Lab & Office Manager • Passion Placement

Chicago, IL

Nature’s Fynd is a groundbreaking food tech company born out of NASA-supported research on extremophiles in the geothermal pools of Yellowstone National Park. Our novel fermentation technology produces a sustainable source of complete protein using only a fraction of the resources required by traditional agriculture. As the challenge to feed the world’s expanding population grows, our mission is to create amazing foods and materials that provide sustainable choices and nurture the planet.

We’re looking for passionate, driven, and ambitious people to join our fast-growing team.

Our investors include premier venture capital firms (Softbank’s Vision Fund, Blackstone Strategic Partners, 1955 Capital, Generation Investment Management led by Al Gore, and Breakthrough Energy Ventures led by Bill Gates) as well as two of the world’s largest Food & Ag companies (Danone and ADM). With our latest $350M in Series C financing, we are continuing in our ambitious growth trajectory to revolutionize the field of sustainability and have global impact.

The Lab & Office Manager will play a critical role in maintaining the smooth and efficient day-to-day operations of the new research and development office facility. A successful candidate will be a positive and energetic self-starter, and enjoy managing a wide variety of workstreams. The right candidate will thrive in fast-paced environments and display exceptional multi-tasking skills while managing priorities. Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Identify opportunities for site and process management improvements, and work directly with senior personnel to design and implement new systems for operational efficiency

Monitor and manage daily office operations, including, but not limited to, coordination of deliveries, management of vendor and building interactions, and purchase of laboratory and office supplies

Monitor consumable spending, providing monthly spending reports to manager

Consolidate purchases for cost savings and to improve work performance and efficiency

Independently identify and problem-solve administrative and facility issues as they arise

Serve as a resource to all guests and site employees for “traffic flow” questions, acting as the point of contact for all office and administrative needs

Maintain database of required training for lab personnel

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

College degree in Chemistry, Biology, Materials Science, or a related field of study strongly preferred; or an equivalent of education plus relevant management experience

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

3+ years in lab or office management

Strong organization, planning, and time management skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Comfortable working in an action-oriented, start-up environment

Sound judgement when faced with uncertainty and ambiguity

Demonstrated ability to work in a team-focused environment

Self-motivated by problem solving and inherent curiosity to understand how things work

Approachable, dependable, and positive

Exhibit a strong sense of professional and personal integrity

Strong technical skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and GSuite

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have flexibility and availability to work in person 8am-5 pm based on office needs

Must be able to lift 25 pounds

BENEFITS

Comprehensive health care benefits

Participation in Employee Stock Ownership Program

Opportunity to join a company with an aggressive growth trajectory that will revolutionize multiple industries

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY, INCLUSION, AND BELONGING

Nature’s Fynd views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

EEO STATEMENT

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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