Laboratory Manager, Biological Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences

Laboratory Manager, Biological Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences

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The Siders Aquatic Ecosystem Ecology Lab at the University of Cincinnati is seeking applicants for a Laboratory Manager. The lab works in a variety of aquatic ecosystems including streams and wetlands, and studies a range of topics such as aquatic macroinvertebrates and biogeochemical cycling. Primary duties include assisting with data collection in the field and lab, macroinvertebrate and water chemistry sample processing, maintenance of field and lab instruments, and some supervision of undergraduate workers.

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Work Arrangement:
Onsite

Duration: 2 years with the possibility for an extension

Salary: $45,000/yr + benefits

Start date:

January 2027, somewhat flexible

• Manage the activities of the assigned research/instructional support facility and laboratory and assist faculty in setting up lab courses.
• Consult with appropriate administrator to determine equipment and materials purchase priorities, evaluate and communicate condition of existing equipment; design and engineer mechanical systems for research; build technical apparatus as needed; includes, responsibility for procurement activities in shops, labs and stockrooms.
• Develop unit procedures including preparing equipment schedules for use during laboratory teaching sessions; develop equipment training procedures; train students in the safe use of shop equipment, maintain record of training, communicate and enforce health and safety practices and procedures related to the operation of the lab/shop; demonstrate care and use of equipment; and oversee instruction of graduate/undergraduate students in labs and shops.
• Implement quality improvement initiatives/controls and assess staff skills to ensure achievement of established department goals and objectives; ensures product and services yields the expected outcome and meets established quality levels.
• May serve on various university, division and departmental committees, attend meetings/conferences and serve as liaison to other university departments, vendors.
• May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).
• Perform related duties…