Lab operations & procurement manager

Your mission Make ambitious science possible by running an exceptional lab operation Dunia is building AI for one of the hardest unsolved problems in science: turning materials discovery from an academic, trial-and-error process into a programmable, scalable discipline. At Dunia, the lab is not just a workspace. It is a production system where experiments, automation, and AI-driven discovery intersect. When lab operations work well, discovery accelerates. When they don’t, everything slows down. As Lab Operations & Procurement Manager, you are responsible for turning the lab into an engine for discovery; one that runs smoothly, scales reliably, and accelerates the work of everyone who depends on it. You own the systems, processes, and details that allow scientists and automation to operate without friction. Your work determines whether experiments start on time, whether data is trustworthy, and whether the lab scales gracefully or painfully. Your tasks will include: Run the lab like a system Keep laboratories fully stocked, organized, and ready for execution Ensure equipment, consumables, and workflows are aligned with experimental needs Anticipate problems early and resolve them before they block progress Own procurement with judgment Build strong relationships with suppliers and service providers Make smart tradeoffs between speed, cost, and reliability Introduce structure where it helps, without slowing the team down Protect safety and reliability Maintain safety standards and compliance as a non-negotiable baseline Treat the lab’s uptime as something you are personally accountable for Build trust that “the lab just works” Be the connective tissue Work closely with scientists, lab technicians, and automation teams Translate evolving research needs into operational execution Continuously improve how the lab supports discovery as scale increases Your profile Experienced in running laboratory operations or technical procurement in a scientific environment Exceptionally organized, but not bureaucratic Calm under pressure and proactive rather than reactive Proud of running complex systems that others rely on Motivated by enabling great work rather than being in the spotlight English fluency, additional languages preferred About us Dunia, meaning “world” in over 20 languages, reflects our global mission: to drive clean energy innovation in the hardest-to-decarbonize sectors. With cutting-edge physics AI technology, we’re accelerating breakthroughs in materials science to help reduce global CO 2 emissions by billions of tons annually. Join us and make a real difference in a dynamic, impact-driven environment. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and safe to be their authentic self. Non-traditional career paths are welcome and valued. If you share our vision, you can be certain that we want you to succeed. You might be just the right candidate for this or for other roles that have not opened yet. Reach out!