Lab Manager

Portal aims to transform medicine by enabling patients to self-inject their biological drugs with a
revolutionary needle-free device. This innovative drug delivery system is designed to replace auto-
injectors and our early studies show it is overwhelmingly patient preferred. Issued from MIT Research
and connected to the cloud, the Portal device allows biopharmaceutical companies to differentiate their
therapies with a patient-centric drug-delivery solution. Join us on this exciting journey of making patient
care and comfort a priority.

At Portal we believe in workplace inclusion - all employees belong, contribute, and thrive in our fast-
paced environment. All people need to be represented for all patients to be represented. We encourage
you to apply no matter your background - because we understand a diverse culture formulates diverse
solutions.

Title: Lab Manager
Reports to: Mechanical Engineering Team
Location: Cambridge, MA

Position Overview

The Role

• Prototype and Assembly: Assemble prototype devices and test fixtures with Portal’s engineering

• Assembly of Devices: Work in production environment to assemble needle-free autoinjector for

• Lab Manager: Maintain an organized and safe environment that is accessible to all trained staff.
• Lab Technician: Aid in execution and design of test methods; analyze and summarize results.
• Equipment Manager: Track and coordinate the maintenance and calibration of Portal’s advanced

instrumentation (x-ray equipment, CNC machine tools, force plate fixtures, electronic test
equipment, hand-held gauges, etc.).

• Material Handling: Work with engineering and supply chain manager to maintain Portal’s

customers.

Working at Portal
Portal Instruments offers employees the opportunity to work in a fast-paced start-up that values
innovation, creativity, accountability, teamwork, and openness while providing excellent leadership and
development opportunities. Which all sounds great… right? But what about the other stuff??
Pay

We believe in transparency so if your resume meets the job requirements, we will discuss salary
range with you right from the start, so feel free to ask us!
Portal offers a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package, including stock options,
both Roth and traditional 401(k) retirement plans, and a chance to make a difference in the lives of
thousands of patients.

Health & Wellness:
Portal gives you choices by offering both a PPO HSA and HMO HSA eligible healthcare plan - we do
our upmost to keep costs low for our employees while still maintaining the level of care you deserve
and expect. We also offer competitive dental, orthodontic, vision, and accident insurance plans.
You could also enroll in various FSAs, dependent care, and commuter reimbursement accounts or
ask about our on-site parking (subject to availability) and our bike room – bonus we have a locker
room with shower if you enjoy breaking a sweat on your commute or anytime!
Portal has got you covered; including paid family medical leave insurance, short- and long-term
disability, as well as life and AD&D coverages, all 100% company sponsored. Plus, we offer an
employee assistance program which includes confidential counseling, financial resources, work-life
solutions, free online will preparation, discounts, and more!

Rest & Recharge
Use the 20 days of vacation we give to everyone, because everyone deserves to take a break and
our team is encouraged to take all their time off each year to recharge!
We also observe 13 company-wide state and federal holidays and often have a company-wide
holiday shutdown — sometimes the best way to reward results is with rest!
If you're sick... you're sick! And being sick is certainly no picnic (or vacation!), so in addition to
vacation we also offer sick time. We want you to be healthy, so take care of yourself; plus staying
home helps protect everyone from illness – Portal’s strong team has your back.

To Apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter to: careers@portalinstruments.com.
You will be contacted if your background meets Portal’s needs.

Portal Instruments is committed to challenging implicit bias and creating an equitable work environment. We are proud to be an

equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, ethnicity or national origin,
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, military service, age, family status, or disability.