What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Manager, Department of Physical Sciences, Daytona Beach Campus position at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University?
Job Description
The Opportunity
The Department of Physical Sciences at the Daytona Beach Campus seeks applicants for the position of Lab Manager. This position provides essential support to the department in the maintenance, use, and development of its teaching and research laboratory equipment. This individual is responsible for ensuring the smooth function of the department's teaching labs and assists both faculty and students in the development and implementation of new research capabilities.
Responsibilities Include
As Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University marks its Centennial, we proudly celebrate 100 years of advancing the future of flight and aerospace education. With vibrant residential campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ — and a Worldwide network spanning nearly 120 global locations — Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university.
For a century, we have led innovation in STEM education, serving more than 30,000 students around the globe. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space empower the next generation of leaders to shape the future of flight, exploration, and discovery.
As we launch our next century, we remain committed to excellence, innovation, and preparing graduates who will transform industries and redefine what is possible.
Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!
Required Education and Qualifications:
To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R311334. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:
Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website.
Embry-Riddle is not seeking assistance from staffing or recruitment agencies. All agencies are directed to contact eraujobs@erau.edu and should not reach out to hiring managers or staff.
The Opportunity
The Department of Physical Sciences at the Daytona Beach Campus seeks applicants for the position of Lab Manager. This position provides essential support to the department in the maintenance, use, and development of its teaching and research laboratory equipment. This individual is responsible for ensuring the smooth function of the department's teaching labs and assists both faculty and students in the development and implementation of new research capabilities.
Responsibilities Include
- Maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing laboratory equipment and electronics (oscilloscopes, power supplies, optics, detectors, vacuum systems, instrumentation, etc.).
- Supporting faculty and staff in developing, setting up, and adapting experiments for teaching and research.
- Overseeing laboratory safety procedures in collaboration with faculty and the university’s safety office.
- Coordinating with vendors for service and procurement of parts and supplies.
- Providing technical training and guidance for faculty, graduate teaching assistants, and students as needed.
As Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University marks its Centennial, we proudly celebrate 100 years of advancing the future of flight and aerospace education. With vibrant residential campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ — and a Worldwide network spanning nearly 120 global locations — Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university.
For a century, we have led innovation in STEM education, serving more than 30,000 students around the globe. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space empower the next generation of leaders to shape the future of flight, exploration, and discovery.
As we launch our next century, we remain committed to excellence, innovation, and preparing graduates who will transform industries and redefine what is possible.
Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!
- Generous Time Off: Enjoy 9 paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
- Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
- Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no vesting period.
- Personal Leave: Relax with 12 days of personal leave for non-exempt employees or 18 days for exempt full-time employees in your first year.
Required Education and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering physics, physics, engineering, electronics technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Demonstrated hands-on skills in electronics troubleshooting, instrumentation, and laboratory hardware maintenance.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R311334. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:
- Cover letter
- Full Resume
- Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)
Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website.
Embry-Riddle is not seeking assistance from staffing or recruitment agencies. All agencies are directed to contact eraujobs@erau.edu and should not reach out to hiring managers or staff.