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Research Laboratory Manager - 008513 in Mobile, Alabama at University of South Alabama

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University of South Alabama
Mobile, Alabama, 36688, United States
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Posting Details
Position Information
Position Number008513
Position TitleResearch Laboratory Manager - 008513
DivisionAcademic Affairs
Department421200 - Marine Sciences
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a physical or natural science from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama and five years responsible laboratory experience, one of which must have been in a supervisory capacity. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Job Description Summary
The University of South Alabama’s Stokes School of Marine and Environmental Sciences is seeking to hire a Research Laboratory Manager. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.
Essential Functions
These are the job duties required of the position.
Essential Functions
  • Manages of day-to-day laboratory activities including the maintenance, repair, and smooth running of all available equipment.
  • Supervises technical laboratory staff Including graduate assistants and students in the maintenance and analysis of the Bioanalytical laboratory equipment.
  • Plans, organizes, and directs the dally activities of a large research laboratory Including Instrument maintenance, laboratory safety protocols, chemical inventory, and training.
  • With support from the facility director, supervises and conducts technical and highly complex chemical and biological analyses and Is able to provide advice on basic methods and strategies to assist in varied research projects led by faculty and graduate students.
  • Develops, organizes and performs complex laboratory procedures, prepares and updated standard
  • operating procedures to ensure safe practice.
  • Conducts and provides advice to faculty, students, and staff on the appropriate analysis of research data and contributes to the development of research papers according to the guidelines for ethical research. Improves on established techniques and adapts new techniques to laboratory studies.
  • Manages laboratory budgets to ensure budgets meet the needs of the facility in consultation with the Analytical Director, Analytical Advisory committee, and School Director.
  • Assists the Director of the Analytical Facility In supporting research and fostering the educational and research mission of the facility.
  • Ability to meet deadlines and follow-through on designated duties in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Willingness to respond after hours as needed to respond to instrument breakdowns or time sensitive laboratory based Issues.
  • Performs administrative tasks as needed.
  • Manages shared lab records, equipment logs, quality assurance and quality control documentation, and operational databases.
  • Maintains data logs and prepares invoices and related administrative tasks to ensure efficient cost recovery.
  • Trains personnel and researchers on procedures and instrumentation.
  • Troubleshoots repair and performs routine checks to ensure minimal instrument down-time.
  • Monitors water quality of the Stokes School of Marine Environmental Sciences lobby aquarium and a supporting quarantine tank.
  • Regular and prompt attendance.
  • Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required.
  • Related duties as required.
Posting Information
Number of Vacancies1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date10/16/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until FilledYes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Working DaysMonday - Friday
Working Hours8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Job LocationMain Campus
Full-time or Part-TimeFull Time
Regular or TemporaryRegular
Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you at least 18 years of age?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
    • Less than High School
    • High School Diploma or equivalent
    • Associates Degree
    • Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
    • Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
    • Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
  5. * How many years of related experience do you have?
    • Less than 1 year
    • Between 1 - 3 years
    • Between 3 - 5 years
    • Between 5 - 7 years
    • More than 7 years
  6. * How did you hear about this position?
    • USA website
    • LinkedIn
    • Zip Recruiter
    • Indeed
    • HigherEd Jobs
    • Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
    • Facebook
    • Word of mouth
    • Other
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
    Optional Documents
    1. Resume
    2. Cover Letter

    The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. If you feel you have been discriminated against, please notify the Equal Employment Opportunity Investigator or the Associate Vice President, Finance and Administration/CHRO.


    EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.


    Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
    The University of South Alabama publishes certain crime statistics for the most recent three-year period as required by the Jeanne Clery Act. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the school. The report, along with additional information, is available online at: http://www.southalabama.edu/departments/police/resources/fireandsafetyreport.pdf. You may also request a paper copy from the University Police office located at 290 Stadium Blvd, Beta Gamma Commons Building, Mobile, AL 36688.

    Job Location

    Mobile, Alabama, 36688, United States

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