University of Chicago
Lab Manager: Molecular Biology Lab
University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Lab Manager: Molecular Biology Lab
University of Chicago
Pay Range $75,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr
Department PSD James Franck Institute: Murugan Group
Job Summary The Lab Manager will oversee all day-to-day operations of the molecular biology laboratory, ensuring it runs both efficiently and safely. The successful candidate will support lab operations, order and maintain supplies and equipment, and will participate in and support scientific research, including their own independent research project. This person will be working closely with both undergraduate and graduate students within the lab and aid postdocs in succeeding in their research. This position is for a molecular biology laboratory within the PSD and James Franck Institute.
Responsibilities
Conduct independent research projects, including executing experiments, collecting and analyzing the resultant data and preparing data in a presentable format.
Maintain user logs, instrument logs, system logs, and computer system backups. Ensure users on best laboratory practices e.g., logs keeping, online reservation, housekeeping, proper waste disposals, etc. Assure quality control measures meet, adhere to as established in the laboratory policy and procedure.
Perform instrument troubleshooting, repairs and services. Assist the service contracts and/or service calls.
Provide hands on assistance for lab members as they conduct their own research projects.
Train staff and students in current lab protocols as well as developing new protocols as research dictates.
Review and assist undergraduate lab assistants with their experiments.
Oversee day-to-day lab operations to ensure efficiency and safety.
Coordinate lab group, including scheduling and personnel support.
Manage laboratory safety protocols to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations. Manage liquid and solid waste and hazard waste pickups, proper storage and disposal of chemical and hazard waste. Retain regular cleaning to ensure a clean and safe laboratory environment.
Resolve issues occurred in the operations in a timely and professional manner, including but not limited to contacting users, university safety and service centers, building managers, building engineers, etc.
Work independently in an organized, detailed manner within a collaborative team environment.
Support the goals of the lab by ordering, maintaining stocks of supplies, maintaining instruments, lab organization and assist with training of new lab members.
Optimize and document experimental protocols.
Support data collection and analytical needs of research projects. Conduct literature reviews and helps write reports and manuscripts. Ensure project compliance with different policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.
Takes responsibility for the following laboratory duties: recognizing abnormal results and varying conditions or procedures to correct problems; setting up and performing experiments. Analyze the meaning, significance, causes, and effects of the subject.
Perform any related work as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in physics, chemistry, or related field.
Experience in molecular techniques such as nucleic acid preps, PCR, gel electrophoresis and blotting.
Experience in sterile technique and culturing.
Experience with yeast a plus.
Understanding of molecular genetics and molecular evolution.
Ability to work independently.
Critical thinking and troubleshooting.
Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving abilities.
Meticulous attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
Application Documents
Resume (required)
Cover Letter (preferred)
References (preferred)
Job Family Research
Role Impact Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5
Drug Test Required No
Health Screen Required No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No
Pay Rate Type Salary
FLSA Status Exempt
Benefits Eligible Yes
Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case‑by‑case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
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Pay Range $75,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr
Department PSD James Franck Institute: Murugan Group
Job Summary The Lab Manager will oversee all day-to-day operations of the molecular biology laboratory, ensuring it runs both efficiently and safely. The successful candidate will support lab operations, order and maintain supplies and equipment, and will participate in and support scientific research, including their own independent research project. This person will be working closely with both undergraduate and graduate students within the lab and aid postdocs in succeeding in their research. This position is for a molecular biology laboratory within the PSD and James Franck Institute.
Responsibilities
Conduct independent research projects, including executing experiments, collecting and analyzing the resultant data and preparing data in a presentable format.
Maintain user logs, instrument logs, system logs, and computer system backups. Ensure users on best laboratory practices e.g., logs keeping, online reservation, housekeeping, proper waste disposals, etc. Assure quality control measures meet, adhere to as established in the laboratory policy and procedure.
Perform instrument troubleshooting, repairs and services. Assist the service contracts and/or service calls.
Provide hands on assistance for lab members as they conduct their own research projects.
Train staff and students in current lab protocols as well as developing new protocols as research dictates.
Review and assist undergraduate lab assistants with their experiments.
Oversee day-to-day lab operations to ensure efficiency and safety.
Coordinate lab group, including scheduling and personnel support.
Manage laboratory safety protocols to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations. Manage liquid and solid waste and hazard waste pickups, proper storage and disposal of chemical and hazard waste. Retain regular cleaning to ensure a clean and safe laboratory environment.
Resolve issues occurred in the operations in a timely and professional manner, including but not limited to contacting users, university safety and service centers, building managers, building engineers, etc.
Work independently in an organized, detailed manner within a collaborative team environment.
Support the goals of the lab by ordering, maintaining stocks of supplies, maintaining instruments, lab organization and assist with training of new lab members.
Optimize and document experimental protocols.
Support data collection and analytical needs of research projects. Conduct literature reviews and helps write reports and manuscripts. Ensure project compliance with different policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.
Takes responsibility for the following laboratory duties: recognizing abnormal results and varying conditions or procedures to correct problems; setting up and performing experiments. Analyze the meaning, significance, causes, and effects of the subject.
Perform any related work as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in physics, chemistry, or related field.
Experience in molecular techniques such as nucleic acid preps, PCR, gel electrophoresis and blotting.
Experience in sterile technique and culturing.
Experience with yeast a plus.
Understanding of molecular genetics and molecular evolution.
Ability to work independently.
Critical thinking and troubleshooting.
Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving abilities.
Meticulous attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
Application Documents
Resume (required)
Cover Letter (preferred)
References (preferred)
Job Family Research
Role Impact Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5
Drug Test Required No
Health Screen Required No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No
Pay Rate Type Salary
FLSA Status Exempt
Benefits Eligible Yes
Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case‑by‑case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
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