Laboratory Manager I
Bioengineering - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26000740)
The Department of Bioengineering and the Translational Imaging Laboratory is seeking a laboratory manager to manage a lab of 5+ individuals. The responsibilities of this position include performing histology and immunohistochemistry, growing primary cell cultures, maintaining mouse colonies and performing genotyping, keeping track of inventory, ordering and purchasing supplies. Must have extensive experience with various laboratory techniques, ability to manage experimental work, and ability to manage day-to-day operations of the laboratory. Organize the equipment and wet lab space devoted to these projects. Provide experimental assistance and scientific advice to lab members. Maintain accurate records of histological sections, cell lines and antibodies. The individual will identify/troubleshoot technical problems, optimize protocols, and maintain daily miscellaneous tasks in the lab. Responsible for all safety, compliance of regulations for laboratory safety and animal protocols. These tasks require a skilled person who can work independently with minimum supervision from the principal investigator. Requires excellent written and oral communication skills. Must be familiar with OneDrive and cloud-based shared spreadsheet platforms.
Job Summary:
• Performs laboratory work in an independent manner.
• Prepares reports of findings after data compilation
• Keeps clear, organized, and detailed records of experiments and protocols.
• Has experience working with mice
• Keeps track of inventory, ordering and purchasing supplies
Job Requirements: BS or MS in science related field
Job Summary
Manages day-to-day laboratory operations while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and best practices. Works with, adapts, and installs scientific equipment in research laboratories. Collaborates on routine projects and procedures. Manages inventory and equipment and performs budget functions.
Essential Functions
Ability to speak clearly for telephone contact, have manual dexterity to use equipment, and also ability to visit various locations throughout the campus.
Physical Effort
Generally sedentary, however, this position does require incumbent to move within lab and occasionally visit industry or other locations throughout the campus. May occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Job Classification: Staff.Laboratory Manager I
Job Family: Research
Job Sub Family: Laboratory
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.
Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation_Offered: No
Visa Sponsorship Provided: Yes
Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable
Required Documents: Resume
Optional Documents: Not Applicable
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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