Research Coordinator

About the role

The Research Coordinator will be responsible for the administrative and operational leadership of a preclinical neuroscience research laboratory. This includes overseeing day-to-day laboratory functions, maintaining regulatory compliance, managing laboratory resources and personnel, and contributing directly to research activities. The laboratory manager works in close collaboration with the principal investigator and other laboratory staff to ensure the smooth, efficient, and compliant operation of the laboratory in pursuit of its scientific mission.

Responsibilities

• Administrative and Regulatory Duties (Core)
• Oversee and coordinate all day-to-day administrative and operational functions of the laboratory, including scheduling, supply management, equipment maintenance, and space organization.
• Manage the laboratory animal colony in coordination with the principal investigator and veterinary staff, including tracking colony composition and breeding, submitting animal census reports, and ensuring animal welfare standards are consistently upheld.
• Serve as the primary laboratory liaison to regulatory and compliance bodies, including the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS). Responsibilities include preparing and submitting new IACUC protocols and amendments, managing annual renewals, coordinating responses to inspections and audits, and ensuring that all laboratory personnel are current on required training and certifications.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of controlled substances, hazardous materials, and biological agents in accordance with institutional and federal regulations.
• Manage laboratory purchasing and inventory, including reagents, consumables, surgical supplies, and equipment. Develop and maintain vendor relationships and monitor laboratory expenditures against budget.
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• Assist the principal investigator with the preparation of NIH progress reports (RPPRs) and other sponsor-required reporting, including compiling research accomplishments, personnel updates, and budgetary information.
• Contribute to the preparation of new grant applications and renewals, including assembling supporting documentation, organizing preliminary data, and providing editorial review of scientific narratives.
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