Lab Manager; Research Professional

Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to other lab staff regarding lab research, procedures, and protocols, plus new lab member orientation; ensure all necessary paperwork is completed and access to the lab is granted.
• Serve as the lab safety Officer.
• Maintain records of data per protocol requirements and submit protocols to IACUC, IBC, and IRB.
• Attend lab meetings for all labs.
• Contribute to writing and editing manuscripts and journal articles for publication.
• Troubleshoot lab and technology issues.
• Order lab supplies, including lab animals, by coordinating orders with the CNC.
• Maintain IACUC/IBC protocols and coordinate IACUC inspections.
• Work with the pre‑grant team to generate budgets, attend lab finance meetings, and review finances with the PIs.
• Monitor and maintain liquid nitrogen levels in LN2 dewars for cell cryopreservation.

• Collect cryosections of tissue samples.
• Perform immunohistological staining.
• Analyze tissue using microscopy and related techniques.

• Assist with elements of all animal surgeries when extra hands are needed.
• Deliver functional testing when extra hands are needed.
• Keep track of animals and maintain compliance with Research Animal Resources.

This position may require occasional weekend animal checks, and the role includes maintaining a call schedule for the animals so that there is always someone responsible on weekends.

All required qualifications must be documented on application materials.

• Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in science and four years related experience, or a combination of education and work experience that equals eight years.
  • Previous experience in lab management.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with IACUC, IBC, and IRB protocol submissions, ordering laboratory supplies and animals, and managing laboratory budgets.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.

• Pay Range: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour; depending on education, qualifications, and experience.
• Time Appointment: 100% Appointment.
• Position Type: Civil‑Service & Non‑Faculty Labor Represented Staff.
• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off.
• Low‑cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans.
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• University HSA contributions.
• Disability and employer‑paid life insurance.
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution.
• Employee Assistance Program with eight counseling sessions at no cost.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.