Laboratory Manager

Position Information

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Physics or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Experience teaching physics labs.
• Knowledge of physics laboratory apparatus and its proper care, maintenance and usage.
• Computer experience, particularly in database management and spreadsheet applications.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.

Desired Qualifications:

• Basic mechanical skills.
• Coursework in accounting and management.

All Qualifications:

• Unless otherwise required by an applicable collective bargaining agreement, all minimum, additional and desired qualifications are preferred, but qualifications, degrees, and/or experience deemed comparable and/or equivalent by Oakland University in its sole and exclusive discretion may be considered.

Position Details

Position Purpose:

Oversee effective operation of instructional laboratories and research facilities in the Department of Physics. Manage department finances and general fund and grant budgets.

Position Specific Questions

• Are you currently a member of the Oakland University Administrative-Professional Group?
• Describe your experience with general bookkeeping, including payroll, payment vouchers, reconciling accounts and preparing financial reports.
• Describe your experience with purchasing scientific equipment, in particular for physics research or instructional laboratories.
• Describe your experience with instructional demonstration equipment for classroom laboratories, particularly in physics.

Documents Needed to Apply

• Cover Letter
• Resume