University of Arizona
Lab Manager - Sarver Heart Center
University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718
Lab Manager - Sarver Heart Center
Posting Number
req23249
Department
Sarver Heart Center
Department Website Link
https://heart.arizona.edu/
Location
University of Arizona Health Sciences
Address
Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
The Goldman lab in the Sarver Heart Center is seeking a Lab Manager to join their research team. This position is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a cardiology research laboratory, including workflow coordination, personnel supervision, and quality assurance. The incumbent manages procurement, equipment maintenance, regulatory compliance, safety protocols, and budget tracking. They will provide training and direction to staff, students, and trainees while ensuring effective data, inventory, and resource management. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please
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. Duties & Responsibilities
Coordinates the day-to-day operation of cardiology research laboratory, daily workflow, quality assurance, and personnel, in partnership with the PI. Responsible for ordering, procurement, equipment maintenance, reconciling invoices and spending. Maintains laboratory equipment, chemical/biological/radiation safety, training and disposal, regulatory requirements, spending/budget management, supplies, sample/chemical inventories and data management. Supervise, train, and direct activities of subordinates and students. Administer research staff/student participation: schedules, security access, data collection/analysis, presentations and report writing. Prepare for aseptic experiments, necropsy, assist in data collection and support result documentation. Develop and maintain detailed records of experiments, analyzing, writing findings, sample collection, storage and shipment. Develop and implement SOPs, IACUC protocols as dictated by experimental design. Assist in design of research experiments/methods under the direction of the principal investigator. Assist with grant writing/submission. Prepare budgets, methods and available resources. Assist with manuscript writing, data analysis, study methods, figures and formatting. Perform animal surgery that may include induction of cardiac injury and treatment. Evaluate cardiac and behavioral function. Oversee animal wellbeing and handling and experimental procedures. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as experience giving oral presentations and writing scientific reports. Understanding of project management, contracts, grant submissions, manuscript preparation and regulatory requirements. Detail-oriented, organized, and maintain a clean working environment. Ability to work with minimal supervision and delegate to others. Ability to communicate with multiple collaborators and coordinate several projects with clarity and efficiency. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required. Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience. Preferred Qualifications
More than 15 years of experience if no degree. Experience with basic research and aseptic surgery. FLSA
Exempt
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
40
Job FTE
1.0
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
Research
Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay
DOE
Compensation Type
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade
8
Compensation Guidance
The
Rate of Pay Field
represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The
Grade Range
represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our
Applicant Compensation Guide
and our
Total Rewards Calculator .
Career Stream and Level
PC3
Job Family
Research & Lab
Job Function
Research
Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies
1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates
Gerry Flores | gflores007@arizona.edu
Open Date
6/25/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an
Annual Security Report (ASR)
for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Posting Number
req23249
Department
Sarver Heart Center
Department Website Link
https://heart.arizona.edu/
Location
University of Arizona Health Sciences
Address
Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
The Goldman lab in the Sarver Heart Center is seeking a Lab Manager to join their research team. This position is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a cardiology research laboratory, including workflow coordination, personnel supervision, and quality assurance. The incumbent manages procurement, equipment maintenance, regulatory compliance, safety protocols, and budget tracking. They will provide training and direction to staff, students, and trainees while ensuring effective data, inventory, and resource management. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please
click here
. Duties & Responsibilities
Coordinates the day-to-day operation of cardiology research laboratory, daily workflow, quality assurance, and personnel, in partnership with the PI. Responsible for ordering, procurement, equipment maintenance, reconciling invoices and spending. Maintains laboratory equipment, chemical/biological/radiation safety, training and disposal, regulatory requirements, spending/budget management, supplies, sample/chemical inventories and data management. Supervise, train, and direct activities of subordinates and students. Administer research staff/student participation: schedules, security access, data collection/analysis, presentations and report writing. Prepare for aseptic experiments, necropsy, assist in data collection and support result documentation. Develop and maintain detailed records of experiments, analyzing, writing findings, sample collection, storage and shipment. Develop and implement SOPs, IACUC protocols as dictated by experimental design. Assist in design of research experiments/methods under the direction of the principal investigator. Assist with grant writing/submission. Prepare budgets, methods and available resources. Assist with manuscript writing, data analysis, study methods, figures and formatting. Perform animal surgery that may include induction of cardiac injury and treatment. Evaluate cardiac and behavioral function. Oversee animal wellbeing and handling and experimental procedures. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as experience giving oral presentations and writing scientific reports. Understanding of project management, contracts, grant submissions, manuscript preparation and regulatory requirements. Detail-oriented, organized, and maintain a clean working environment. Ability to work with minimal supervision and delegate to others. Ability to communicate with multiple collaborators and coordinate several projects with clarity and efficiency. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required. Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience. Preferred Qualifications
More than 15 years of experience if no degree. Experience with basic research and aseptic surgery. FLSA
Exempt
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
40
Job FTE
1.0
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
Research
Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay
DOE
Compensation Type
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade
8
Compensation Guidance
The
Rate of Pay Field
represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The
Grade Range
represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our
Applicant Compensation Guide
and our
Total Rewards Calculator .
Career Stream and Level
PC3
Job Family
Research & Lab
Job Function
Research
Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies
1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates
Gerry Flores | gflores007@arizona.edu
Open Date
6/25/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an
Annual Security Report (ASR)
for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu. #J-18808-Ljbffr