Research Lab Manager

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A Brief Overview
This role is responsible for overall laboratory operations including daily workflow, quality control, management and supervision of staff and daily operation execution.

What you will do

• Plans projects, performs, and directs daily laboratory work, analyzes results as directed by PI or Lab Director
• In conjunction with PI or Lab Director supports the development, implementation, and evaluation of services, programs, protocols, policies, and procedures
• Manage, train, and supervise laboratory staff, in conjunction with Lab Director or PI
• Ensures staff adheres to, maintains, and implements department policies regarding procedures, protocols, objectives, safety etc. as established by lab director or PI
• Oversees management of daily laboratory resource allocations; budget management
• Assist and write papers and center grant applications in conjunction with PI or Lab Director
• Participate in site visits and present lectures when appropriate
• Identifies and interviews candidates for open position

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree - Required

Experience Qualifications

• At least two (2) years of scientifically relevant experience - Required and
• At least two (2) years of laboratory direction or management experience - Required and
• At least one (1) year of lead, management or supervisory experience - Required
• At least two (2) years of post-doctoral fellowship experience - Preferred or
• At least four (4) years of scientifically relevant experience - Preferred and
• At least four (4) years of laboratory direction or management experience - Preferred and
• At least three (3) years of lead, management or supervisory experience - Preferred and
• Previous budgeting and forecasting experience - Preferred

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

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SALARY RANGE:

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