Northwestern University
Research Lab Manager 1 - Jutras Lab
Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
Position: Research Lab Manager 1 - Jutras Lab. Department: MED-Microbiology-Immunology, Northwestern University. Join to apply for the Research Lab Manager 1 - Jutras Lab role at Northwestern University. Salary
Salary/Grade: EXS/6. Target hiring range for this position will be between $57,000-$60,000 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Job Summary
Manages daily operations of a research lab. Monitors lab performance, analyzes and reviews results, and supervises the development and implementation of new protocols. Assigns work and supervises lab personnel and reviews technical operations, ensuring that all processes, protocols, and procedures are quality-controlled and function up to standards. Develops, implements, and administers budgets, grants, and administrative procedures. Co-authors scientific papers for presentation and publication, and coordinates writing, submission, and administration of grants. Primary Responsibilities
Manages technical operations of a lab involved in scientific research activities. In consultation with Principal Investigator (PI), organizes and plans experiments to attain project objectives. Oversees and guides lab staff in review of results and recommendations for changes to protocols to improve validity and accuracy. Conducts more complex experiments and analyses. Performs advanced molecular, cellular, histology, animal care and administration tasks as part of project work. Technical Proficiencies by Focus Area
Molecular Biology : DNA, RNA, protein isolation, purification and expression; Southern, Northern, Western blotting; PCR, RT-PCR; Plasmid preparation; Cloning, mapping and sequencing of DNA; Recombinant virus production and purification. Cellular Biology : Cell culture, cell isolation; functional studies; transfection. Histology : Tissue fixation/processing; embedding; sectioning; staining; Immunohistochemistry; Microscopy; Immunology; Flow cytometry; ELISA; Elispot; Cytokine assays; Antibody production and purification. Animal : Husbandry; breeding and screening transgenic mice; dissections; blood collection; surgical procedures; database management of colony. Administration : Data collection and analysis for grant submissions, presentations and publications; ensure correct database entries; assist PI in reviewing and formatting tables, charts, graphs and reports; coordinate with sponsoring agencies and collaboration organizations; ensure research regulations are adhered to, IRB/ACUC approvals, material transfer agreements, and compliant safety procedures. Finance
Manages lab budget and inventory, purchasing of supplies and services; ensures expenses are necessary and project-related. Orders and maintains inventory of lab supplies, chemicals, equipment, and instrumentation; may distribute intra-departmental charges. Negotiates with vendors, obtains quotes and arranges demos of large equipment. Supervision
Trains and supervises lab staff including EEs, students, residents and/or fellows; provides instruction on complex procedures and equipment. Typically manages a lab budget of $1,000,000-$3,000,000; supervises 5-15 lab members and 1,000-3,000 NASF of space. Miscellaneous
Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
Successful completion of a full 4-year bachelor’s degree in a scientific major or related field, or an appropriate combination of education and experience with at least 6 years of lab/bench or relevant experience. Master’s degree or higher in a scientific field or related; or an appropriate combination of education and experience with at least 4 years of lab/bench or relevant experience. Supervisory or project management experience required. Benefits
At Northwestern, we provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts and more. Visit the Northwestern benefits site for details. Work-Life And Wellness
Northwestern offers programs to help navigate life’s challenges and opportunities and supports flexible work arrangements where possible. Resources for childcare and senior/adult care are available. Professional Growth & Development
Northwestern supports career development through tools and resources. Visit the learning site for more information. Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. Applicants may request accommodations in the application process.
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Position: Research Lab Manager 1 - Jutras Lab. Department: MED-Microbiology-Immunology, Northwestern University. Join to apply for the Research Lab Manager 1 - Jutras Lab role at Northwestern University. Salary
Salary/Grade: EXS/6. Target hiring range for this position will be between $57,000-$60,000 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Job Summary
Manages daily operations of a research lab. Monitors lab performance, analyzes and reviews results, and supervises the development and implementation of new protocols. Assigns work and supervises lab personnel and reviews technical operations, ensuring that all processes, protocols, and procedures are quality-controlled and function up to standards. Develops, implements, and administers budgets, grants, and administrative procedures. Co-authors scientific papers for presentation and publication, and coordinates writing, submission, and administration of grants. Primary Responsibilities
Manages technical operations of a lab involved in scientific research activities. In consultation with Principal Investigator (PI), organizes and plans experiments to attain project objectives. Oversees and guides lab staff in review of results and recommendations for changes to protocols to improve validity and accuracy. Conducts more complex experiments and analyses. Performs advanced molecular, cellular, histology, animal care and administration tasks as part of project work. Technical Proficiencies by Focus Area
Molecular Biology : DNA, RNA, protein isolation, purification and expression; Southern, Northern, Western blotting; PCR, RT-PCR; Plasmid preparation; Cloning, mapping and sequencing of DNA; Recombinant virus production and purification. Cellular Biology : Cell culture, cell isolation; functional studies; transfection. Histology : Tissue fixation/processing; embedding; sectioning; staining; Immunohistochemistry; Microscopy; Immunology; Flow cytometry; ELISA; Elispot; Cytokine assays; Antibody production and purification. Animal : Husbandry; breeding and screening transgenic mice; dissections; blood collection; surgical procedures; database management of colony. Administration : Data collection and analysis for grant submissions, presentations and publications; ensure correct database entries; assist PI in reviewing and formatting tables, charts, graphs and reports; coordinate with sponsoring agencies and collaboration organizations; ensure research regulations are adhered to, IRB/ACUC approvals, material transfer agreements, and compliant safety procedures. Finance
Manages lab budget and inventory, purchasing of supplies and services; ensures expenses are necessary and project-related. Orders and maintains inventory of lab supplies, chemicals, equipment, and instrumentation; may distribute intra-departmental charges. Negotiates with vendors, obtains quotes and arranges demos of large equipment. Supervision
Trains and supervises lab staff including EEs, students, residents and/or fellows; provides instruction on complex procedures and equipment. Typically manages a lab budget of $1,000,000-$3,000,000; supervises 5-15 lab members and 1,000-3,000 NASF of space. Miscellaneous
Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
Successful completion of a full 4-year bachelor’s degree in a scientific major or related field, or an appropriate combination of education and experience with at least 6 years of lab/bench or relevant experience. Master’s degree or higher in a scientific field or related; or an appropriate combination of education and experience with at least 4 years of lab/bench or relevant experience. Supervisory or project management experience required. Benefits
At Northwestern, we provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts and more. Visit the Northwestern benefits site for details. Work-Life And Wellness
Northwestern offers programs to help navigate life’s challenges and opportunities and supports flexible work arrangements where possible. Resources for childcare and senior/adult care are available. Professional Growth & Development
Northwestern supports career development through tools and resources. Visit the learning site for more information. Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. Applicants may request accommodations in the application process.
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