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Research Lab Program Manager

The Jackson Laboratory
The Jackson Laboratory Salary
Sacramento, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/28/2026
The Lab Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of Preclinical Pharmacology laboratory spaces. The Lab Manager is a key position in making sure the laboratory space is functional and safe and staff is trained to use of the space. The incumbent will work closely with the senior members of the team to

establish standard operating procedures (SOPs), improve systems, and optimize process related to the lab space and the equipment within the space. The incumbent needs to have a broad knowledge of the workings of a laboratory environment. The incumbent is required to have excellent organization, computer and interpersonal skills.

The salary range is $86,334 - $125,184. Salary will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Key Responsibilities And Essential Functions

  • Manages the daily operation of the lab. Provides guidance, and resolves

problems that arise in laboratory space. Ensures the proper infrastructure is in

place and operating correctly.

  • Trains staff on the laboratory basics including but not limited to pipetting, use of all equipment in the lab, and sample processing.
  • Assists in developing new processes and procedures related to the lab use to

improve the quality and/or efficiency of the services being provided.

  • Oversees the safety protocols in the lab. Stays up-to-date on all safety

procedures. Trains staff on safety protocols and ensure safe practices are

followed.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required with a minimum of 5 years experience working in a laboratory.
  • In vivo experience working with mice is strongly preferred.
  • Must be a self-motivated, team-oriented, patient and disciplined problem solver and solution builder.
  • Demonstrated ability to be a positive team player across diverse internal and external organizations.

Ability to work with people across disciplines to gain their cooperation and commitment toward

efficient completion of the group’s efforts.

  • Demonstrated ability to be a positive team player across diverse internal and external organizations.

Ability to work with people across disciplines to gain their cooperation and commitment toward

efficient completion of the group’s efforts.

  • Ability to coordinate and perform multiple tasks utilizing strong prioritization skills and advanced

attention to detail, while understanding project principles.

  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines
  • Knowledge of project management and accountability that support efficiencies in time and resources.
  • Flexibility to manage changing day-to-day activities and responsibilities on multiple projects.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.

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About JAX

The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California), Japan and China. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.

Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visit www.jax.org .

EEO Statement

The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.

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