Lab Manager

Position Summary

The Laboratory Manager position is a full-time role within the Brain Food Lab at the University of Georgia, directed by Dr. Shana Adise, PhD, focusing on neurocognitive development, obesity, and related outcomes in youth.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with programming and data analysis in R, Python, Bash, and/or MATLAB and familiarity with scripting or data pipelines.
• Experience working with youth participants or in pediatric research.
• Familiarity with neuroimaging (MRI/fMRI) studies.
• Knowledge of obesity‑related research or neurocognitive testing is a bonus.
• Experience supervising and training undergraduate and graduate students.

• Data Management & Analysis
  • Oversee the secure storage, organization, and cleaning of all behavioral, questionnaire, and imaging data.
  • Manage data entry processes and computational workflows.
  • Assist in coding pipelines to ensure reproducible research practices.
  • Assist the Principal Investigator (PI) with statistical analyses to support ongoing projects.
• Study Coordination
  • Lead efforts in participant recruitment, screening, and scheduling for all ongoing studies, specifically working with youth participants in pediatric research.
  • Coordinate all MRI scanning logistics and collaborate closely with imaging cores to ensure seamless data acquisition.
  • Serve as the primary communication liaison with study participants and collaborators.
• Supervision & Training
  • Actively mentor and supervise a team of undergraduate and graduate research assistants.
  • Provide training on all study procedures, standardized data handling, and quality control measures to maintain data integrity.
• Administrative & Research Support
  • Assist the PI with the preparation and editing of grant reports, progress summaries, and contributions to scientific manuscripts.
  • Participate in lab meetings, contributing actively to discussions on experimental design, data interpretation, and strategic project planning.
• Lab Operations
  • Manage and maintain lab inventory, including the ordering of supplies and materials.
  • Ensure that all lab equipment is functioning optimally and coordinate necessary repairs or updates.
  • Safely transport scientific equipment, materials, and/or data between research facilities and other designated locations to support experimental and operational needs.
• Regulatory Compliance
  • Oversee the maintenance of all IRB protocols, including managing amendments and annual renewals.
  • Ensure the research team’s strict adherence to all ethical research standards, university policies, and federal regulations.

Recruitment Contact:
Shana Adise
Phone: 706‑542‑4869
Email: shana.adise

Required Documents:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents:

• Research Proposal
• Portfolio of Relevant Publications

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations for accessibility are encouraged to contact Central HR at hrweb.