About this role
Supervises and coordinates activities of the Lab with responsibility for directing the technical activities of the assigned laboratory and its personnel.
- Manages laboratory services and maintains an efficient laboratory environment.
- Supervises all lab personnel, onboards and trains new technicians and graduate students working in the assigned laboratory.
- Researches and develops new procedures to ensure quality control and efficiency of operation for the laboratory.
- Manages inventory and maintenance of supplies throughout the laboratory.
- Provides input into the development of departmental policies and procedures, assists with developing new technical procedures and ensures services are performed in accordance with accepted standards and practices.
- Researches current scientific literature for new or improved research protocols; works closely with Faculty, other research staff members and technicians concerning scientific, research and administrative matters.
- Assists the department director in budget preparation and personnel evaluations.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
- Knowledge of basic laboratory techniques.
- Experience documenting and following procedures/protocols.
- Knowledge of procedures, instruments in use, and quality control measures within the laboratory.
- Experience operating and maintaining laboratory equipment and conducting regular assessments to record the lab's equipment performance.
- Ability to operate in a fast paced environment with established time constraints.
- Ability to maintain strict protocols of all confidential or sensitive information.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Education
- Bachelor degree in a related scientifc field is required.