Laboratory Manager I- Joglekar Lab

Med-Immunology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26000491)

The Department of Immunology and Center for Systems Immunology is seeking a laboratory manager to manage a lab of 10+ individuals. The responsibilities of this position include performing cellular and molecular immunology experiments; assisting lab members in performing experiments; keeping a track of inventory, stocks; ordering and purchasing supplies; maintaining equipment and laboratory space. 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. Maintain mouse colonies and perform genotyping. Perform molecular, cell biological and biochemical experiments. Provide experimental assistance and scientific advice to lab members as well as scientific collaborators. Maintain accurate records of laboratory collection of plasmids, cell lines and antibodies. Responsible for all safety, compliance of regulations for radiation use, laboratory safety, chemical issues 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, OneNote, and cloud-based shared spreadsheet platforms

Job Summary:

• Performs a variety of laboratory work and experiments in an independent manner.

• Prepares reports of findings after data compilation and analyses.

• Keeps clear, organized, and detailed records of experiments and protocols.

• Preferable to have experience working with mice

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

- Directs daily laboratory operations of a laboratory, including conducting and overseeing quality assurance and quality control.

- Develops moderately complex projects and procedures at an independent level. Researches and evaluates new

products and equipment; orders and repairs specialized and routine equipment as needed.

- Maintains and adapts scientific equipment for experimental needs of the department. Troubleshoots, installs, and adapts electronic devices and other samples for research investigations.

- Confers with researchers and faculty concerning research needs and methods.

- Prepares budget requests and manages approved budget, as needed.

Physical Effort

- Prepares and analyzes data; keeps accurate and timely ata logbooks; maintains databases.

- Ensures compliance with all applicable regulations for waste disposal; acts as department safety

Physical Effort

The position requires the ability to sit/stand at a laboratory bench for extended periods of time. Although infrequent, the position will occasionally require moving heavy boxes or equipment.

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.

Additional details about Required Licensure/Certification: Bachelor’s in Biochemistry, microbiology or related fields, and 2 years of lab experience

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: 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

Optional Documents: Not Applicable