Research Lab Manager
About the role
The Morrow laboratory, led by Dr. Eric Morrow, focuses on molecular neuroscience studies of autism and related neurodevelopmental disorders. The laboratory collaborates with the Lurie Autism Institute, a joint initiative between CHOP and Penn Medicine.
Responsibilities
- Plans projects and directs daily laboratory work
- Analyzes results as directed by PI or Lab Director
- Supports the development, implementation, and evaluation of services, programs, protocols, policies, and procedures
- Manages, trains, and supervises laboratory staff
- Ensures staff adhere to department policies regarding procedures, protocols, objectives, safety etc.
- Oversees management of daily laboratory resource allocations; budget management
- Aids in writing papers and center grant applications
- Participates in site visits and presents lectures when appropriate
- Identifies and interviews candidates for open positions
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree Required
- At least two (2) years of scientifically relevant experience Required
- At least two (2) years of laboratory direction or management experience Required
- At least one (1) year of lead, management or supervisory experience Required
- At least two (2) years of post-doctoral fellowship experience Preferred
- At least four (4) years of scientifically relevant experience Preferred
- At least four (4) years of laboratory direction or management experience Preferred
- At least three (3) years of lead, management or supervisory experience Preferred
- Previous budgeting and forecasting experience Preferred
Qualifications
- Advanced knowledge in the use of a wide variety of lab techniques, research equipment and research related software
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent critical thinking / problem-solving skills
- Excellent analytical skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Strong leadership skills
Skills and Abilities
- Advanced knowledge in the use of a wide variety of lab techniques, research equipment and research related software
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent critical thinking / problem-solving skills
- Excellent analytical skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Strong leadership skills
Benefits
CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, employees who work in patient care buildings or have patient-facing responsibilities must receive an annual influenza vaccine.
Pay
SALARY RANGE: $92,100.00 - $117,400.00 Annually
This job is eligible for an incentive program. At CHOP, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Factors such as skills and experience could result in an offer above the salary range noted in this job posting.