Laboratory Manager in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at University of Pittsburgh
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Job Description
Biological Sciences - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26003517)
The Haney Lab, focused on the molecular biology of plant-microbiome and host-pathogen interactions, is seeking a lab manager. This individual will support administrative and technical aspects of day-to-day lab operations. This includes ordering supplies, record keeping, maintaining lab space and equipment, sending shipments, etc. This individual will also provide technical support for the lab including growing and genotyping plant and bacterial strains, making media and reagents, overseeing glassware washing and sterility as well as other lab chores, and training and supervising undergraduate students who assist with lab chores, media making, and routine lab assays.
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
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. Trains and oversees student workers.
Physical Effort
Must be able to sit, stand, and use a computer for an extended period of time. Must be able to ambulate across campus as needed. Must be able to lift up to 25 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 AM – 5:00 PM with variability as needed
Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.
Hiring Range: $44,310.96 to $59,082.00 annually
Relocation_Offered: No
Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
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, Cover Letter
Optional Documents: Not Applicable