Laboratory Manager

Search #: 499504

Work type: Full-time

Location: UConn Storrs

Categories: Laboratory and Research Operations

Job Summary

The Department of Physiology and Neurobiology (PNB) seeks applicants for a full-time Laboratory Manager to oversee instructional physiology and anatomy laboratories. The successful applicant will provide hands-on supervisory and technical leadership, coordination, and day-to-day management of undergraduate teaching laboratories and discussion sections that support multiple courses.

This position currently supervises two lab technicians and participates in laboratory work to support courses including Human Physiology and Anatomy (PNB 2264 & 2265), Enhanced Human Physiology and Anatomy I and II (PNB 2774 and 2775), and Enhanced Human Physiology and Anatomy Laboratory (PNB 2776), and works closely with faculty, staff, and teaching assistants to ensure effective laboratory instruction and operations.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Instructional Support & Course Development
• Coordinate and provide technical and instructional support for undergraduate physiology and anatomy laboratory courses.
• Assist faculty with the development, testing, and refinement of laboratory experiments and instructional activities to ensure alignment with course learning objectives.
• Monitor laboratory sessions, identify operational or instructional issues, and evaluate and implement solutions to support effective student learning.
• Ensure consistency in laboratory delivery across sections and instructors.
• Provide day-to-day supervision of assigned laboratory personnel and instructional teaching assistants, including scheduling, technical training, mentoring, and performance feedback. Note that labs run from early morning to late in the evening, and the lab manager may need to be present on some evenings.
• Supervision & TA Coordination:
• Provide day-to-day supervision of assigned laboratory personnel and instructional teaching assistants, including scheduling, technical training, mentoring, and performance feedback
• Coordinate teaching assistant assignment and assist with the development of teaching scheduling.
• Laboratory Operations & Equipment Management:
• Maintain laboratory facilities and equipment, oversee routine maintenance, and perform minor repairs as needed.
• Prepare, manage and monitor the laboratory budget; provide budget requests for supplies and equipment necessary for the Physiology and Anatomy undergraduate laboratory courses.
• Animal Use & Curriculum-Required Euthanasia:
• Perform humane animal euthanasia and tissue collection as an essential component of the department’s laboratory curriculum and research support. This position requires a high degree of comfort with repeated euthanasia procedures, always conducted in alignment with IACUC-approved methods and regulatory standards.
• Safety, Compliance & Regulatory Oversight:
• Develop and implement safety protocols consistent with Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) requirements.
• Coordinate the preparation, submission, and maintenance of IACUC animal use protocols; ensure compliance with institutional and regulatory requirements; provide training to laboratory staff and teaching assistants.
• Administrative Planning & Departmental Support:
• Assist in the administrative planning, development, and evaluation of policies and procedures.
• Lead or assist with special projects as assigned, such as departmental workshops, instructional exhibits, or other educational events.
• Participate in strategic planning for future course growth and development.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physiology, Neuroscience, Biology, or a closely related field and six years of progressively responsible experience in laboratory operations, teaching laboratories, or scientific research, including hands-on responsibility for laboratory preparation, equipment management and instructional support or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience supervising staff, students, or teaching assistants in a laboratory or instructional setting.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain laboratory facilities and equipment, perform routine maintenance, and conduct minor repairs independently.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with administrative and operational software systems, such as Microsoft Office, inventory management, procurement, scheduling, or similar platforms.
• Communication and organizational skills.
  
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ph.D. in Physiology, Neuroscience, Biology, or a closely related field.
• Experience managing budgets and projections related to laboratories.
• Experience with PowerLab or similar data acquisition systems.
• Proficiency with UConn enterprise systems—including HuskyBuy, Concur, CourseLeaf, WebFOCUS, Qualtrics, and Jira—and the ability to navigate additional University administrative platforms.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse student, administrative, and faculty populations and contribute to a supportive educational environment, while enhancing the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  
  

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, permanent position that may require working evening hours. The University offers a competitive salary, and outstanding benefits, including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. For additional information regarding benefits, please visit https://hr.uconn.edu/health-benefits/ and explore the sections under the Benefits & Leaves and Engagement & Learning headers. Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #499504 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references.

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on April 30, 2026.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at https://portal.ct.gov/Ethics/Statutes-and-Regulations.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.

Advertised: Apr 16 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: Apr 30 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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