Research Laboratory Manager I

Responsibilities

• Laboratory Management: Manage and maintain laboratory in compliance with university policies.
• Contribute to the development and review of strategic and operational plans.
• Maintain, repair, and oversee the handling of laboratory equipment and supplies in compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
• Organize and coordinate laboratory space.
• Develop, oversee, and/or implement research standard operating procedures, ensuring laboratory personnel and students maintain current knowledge of laboratory techniques, procedures, and equipment operations.
• Supervise: Assist in the interview process and selection of undergraduates, graduate students, and medical students for laboratory positions (volunteer and paid).
• On-board new personnel on laboratory biological and chemical safety procedures.
• Facilitate communication and direct day-to-day work of students, including training and supervision on individual projects, providing guidance, and reviewing collected data.
• Communicate performance expectations.
• Animal, Cellular, And Molecular Research: Schedule, coordinate, and perform animal research laboratory procedures, including surgeries and procedures with University Animal Care.
• Perform cellular and molecular research procedures.
• Ensure experiments comply with regulatory aspects of research programs, including safety and quality control.
• Write IACUC animal protocols, IRB human research protocols, and other regulatory protocols.
• Develop and optimize research methods.
• Grant And Publication Assistance: Aid in designing research projects and assisting with grant writing and reviews.
• Review and edit laboratory reports, abstracts, and manuscripts.
• Lab Purchases: Manage purchasing, maintenance, and handling of laboratory supplies.
• Recommend lab supply and equipment needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant discipline such as biology or genomics, or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Three (3) years of related work experience or equivalent combination of education and work experience required.