Laboratory Manager I at University of Pittsburgh – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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