Research Lab Manager - Neurology

University of Washington: CoMotion

$63K — $115K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree or equivalent education/experience in relevant field.
  • 5 years of experience in research laboratory operations.

Responsibilities

  • Designs and evaluates research procedures in collaboration with the principal investigator.
  • Manages grant submissions, NIH reports, and compliance documentation.
  • Implements lab policies and procedures, offering guidance to personnel.
  • Oversees hiring, training, and performance evaluation of lab staff.
  • Directs lab operations including budget management and facility maintenance.
  • Researches and suggests new lab methods to enhance capabilities.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Engagement within an innovative research environment.
  • Support for research activities and academic endeavors.
Full Job Description
Location
ST. LOUIS, MO 63110 Scheduled Hours
40

Position Summary
The Albanus Lab in the Department of Neurology is seeking an outstanding, highly independent applicant to join the lab as a Research Laboratory Manager, overseeing and managing operations and personnel. The position is responsible for enabling the lab to generate state-of-the-art multi-omic libraries (single-cell RNA-seq, ATAC-seq, spatial transcriptomics, etc.) from precious human and mouse brain tissue samples to understand the biology of human aging, with a focus on neurodegenerative diseases and personalized medicine.

Performs, oversees and coordinates research projects. Oversees entire laboratory setting to promote smooth operation, regulatory compliance and interaction with other laboratories.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

  • With principal investigator, designs, performs and evaluates research procedures.
  • Supports the preparation, submission, and management of grant applications, NIH progress reports, peer-reviewed manuscripts, and other research-related documents to ensure compliance with NIH policies, institutional regulations, and sponsor reporting requirements.
  • Develops and implements policies and procedures. Provides comprehensive direction to laboratory personnel.
  • Hires, trains and evaluates the performance of laboratory personnel.
  • Oversees and directs all support activities of the lab including human resources, budgets, facility maintenance, purchasing, supplies, materials, equipment, project timelines, milestones, and deliverables for NIH-funded and other externally sponsored research projects.
  • Researches and recommends new methods and procedures to maintain current capabilities, quality and standards.

Working Conditions:

  • Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
  • Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Masters degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.


Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.


Work Experience:

Research Laboratory Operations (5 Years)


Skills:

Not Applicable


Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job
WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.


Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.


Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Analytical Problem Solving, Analytical Thinking, Cell Cultures, Communication, Functional Genomics, Library Preparation, Mouse Models, Prioritization, Problem Solving, Tissue Analysis

Grade
R12

Salary Range
$63,400.00 - $115,000.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including ones qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

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