Lab Manager for the Auditory Perceptual Encoding Lab

Performs work of considerable difficulty in various phases of research studies, including management of data collection, supervision of research assistants, and support of data analysis and manuscript preparation.

Responsibilities

• Manages the entire laboratory schedule, including coordinating visits, preparing all needed procedures and forms, and managing financial details (e.g., subject payment, petty cash, budget/grant allocation, and mileage reimbursements), as assigned.
• Ensures that appropriate staff are scheduled for each data collection visit and that procedural details are ready for each session.
• Serves as a point of contact for research participants and a project manager for research activity.
• Regularly enters data into lab databases and ensures scoring and data accuracy.
• May also complete data collection and information dissemination.
• Ensures that all laboratory materials, supplies, and equipment are ordered and available.
• Performs or assists in the recruitment of research subjects, including special populations.
• Collaborates with laboratory PI to understand their recruiting needs.
• Performs or assists in testing of research subjects and maintains detailed records of test conditions and results.
• Partners with researchers to create research project timelines, deadlines, and check-ins as applicable.
• Helps train and supervise new staff, including laboratory research assistants in the procedures and protocols.
• As assigned, may assist with lab processes, procedures, editorial work, grant applications, literature reviews, or other high-level administrative and operational duties.
• Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree directly related to the work involved in the research program (or equivalent behavioral research training, certification, and experience) required.
• Minimum of 3 years of related work experience required.
• If employed in the Cognitive Neuroscience department, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of transfer or hire required.
• If employed in the Cognitive Neuroscience department, Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) certification within 30 days of transfer or hire required.

Preferred Qualifications

• MA/MS degree preferred.
• Editorial and scientific writing skills preferred.

Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work well with others to include co-workers at all levels.
• Knowledge of computer software systems like Microsoft Word, Excel, and other database applications.
• Ability to use a variety of office equipment to include personal computer, copier, telephones, fax, and printer.
• Ability to train and supervise the activities of laboratory research assistants.
• Ability to prioritize work appropriately, to work independently, and to complete tasks in a timely manner in an active work environment.
• Interpersonal skills, close attention to detail, math aptitude, and flexibility in duties performed.

Benefits

• Reduced to no-cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits.
• Low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs through pharmacy benefits.
• No-cost mental health visits to an in-network provider.
• Generous match on 401K or 401K Roth account.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Parenting resources from experts and professional development opportunities within the organization.

Work Environment

Position is relatively sedentary in a normal office administrative environment involving minimum exposure to physical risks. Will use office equipment such as a computer/laptop, monitor, keyboard, and a general workstation set-up.