Lab Manager

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

Bachelor's degree and two years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

·       Understanding of academic research facility needs.

·       General background in a discipline related to the work of specific lab(s).

·       Demonstrated supervisory experience.

·       Demonstrated experience managing multiple budgets.

·       Knowledge and experience in managing facilities, operations, maintenance, space, and equipment administration in a research or teaching setting.

·       Excellent communication and customer services skills.

·       Ability to coordinate and manage multiple projects in a complex and technical environment.

·       Familiarity with health and safety compliance regulations.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:

None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

·       Frequently stand, walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat, grasp lightly, use fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, perform desk-based computer tasks, use telephone, write by hand, lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing over 40 pounds.

·       Occasionally sit, kneel, crawl, reach and work above shoulders, sort and file paperwork or parts.

·       Rarely climb, scrub, sweep, mop, chop and mix or operate hand and foot controls.

·       Must have correctible vision to perform duties of the job.

·       Ability to bend, squat, kneel, stand, reach above shoulder level, and move on hard surfaces for up to eight hours.

·       Ability to lift heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

·       Ability to work in a dusty, dirty, and odorous environment.

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

·       May at times be required to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are present. Specific hazards include, but are not limited to, chemicals, pesticides, and solvents, allergens, blood borne pathogens.

·       May require work in an environment where animals are used for teaching and research.

·       May be exposed to radiation or electromagnetic fields.

·       Must perform tasks that require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and shoes, protective clothing and gloves, etc.

·       May work extended or unusual work hours due to research or project requirements and peak work cycles. After hours on-call availability required.