Manager, Research Laboratory - Medical Oncology

Manager, Research Laboratory - Medical Oncology

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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of SCCC has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Manager, Research Laboratory to work at the UHealth medical campus in Miami, Fl.

The Manager, Research Laboratory oversees the day-to-day operations of the research laboratory, including maintenance and upkeep and ensuring an efficient and effective laboratory working environment.

• Formulates and implements short and long-range goals for the operation of the laboratories.
• Implements laboratory policies and procedures and coordinates with research staff on issues which impact laboratory services.
• Serves as a liaison between investigators, research personnel, and staff to solve specific operating problems and improve technical activities.
• Advises on technical procedures, techniques and equipment, and maintains conformance with specific operational standards.
• Maintains quality checks on the safety of laboratories and ensures maintenance of the facilities according to good laboratory practices.
• Installs and maintains laboratory equipment in compliance with federal regulations.
• Assures that laboratory technicians are properly trained in standard operating procedures and equipment specific requirements.
• Assists in the determination of fiscal requirements and in the preparation of budgetary recommendations.
• Compiles and prepares reports and analyses, setting forth progress, adverse trends, and appropriate recommendations and conclusions.
• Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures. Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required.

Experience: Minimum 5 Years Of Relevant Experience Required.

• Operational Management:
  Optimizes day-to-day operations and processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Organizational Development:
  Ability to implement strategies to improve organizational effectiveness, engagement, and manage change.
• Financial Oversight:
  Knowledge of financial operations and management.
• Team Leadership:
  Ability to create and maintain a cohesive and productive team environment, build positive working relationships and work collaboratively with others.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication:
  Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey ideas clearly and persuasively.

Oversee day-to-day operations of the laboratory, ensuring optimal functioning for research. Collaborate with principal investigators and researchers to plan and execute experiments. Organize and maintain research data, ensuring proper documentation and reproducibility of research findings. Ensure proper maintenance and calibration of lab equipment, particularly for tools used assays and imaging. Manage lab inventory, including ordering and stocking reagents, consumables, and other supplies critical for research.

Maintain laboratory compliance with safety regulations, biosafety standards, and institutional policies. Train and supervise lab staff, technicians, and students in research techniques and safety protocols. Foster an environment of collaboration among team members and liaise with external collaborators. Provide technical and administrative support to junior researchers and students working on research projects. Assist in preparing grant applications and progress reports for research funding.

Oversee lab budget, ensuring efficient allocation of funds…