Honey Bee Lab Manager

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Pullman, WAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R-14602
** Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
** March 2, 2026

If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.
** Available Title(s):
** 1250-YN ADMINPRO - Scientific Laboratory Manager
** Business

Title:

** Honey Bee Lab Manager
** Employee Type:
** Admin. Professional (+) (Fixed Term)
** Position Details:
***
* The Opportunity:

** As the
** Honey Bee Lab Manager
** for the
** Washington State University (
**** WSU) Honey Bee Program,
** you will manage lab operations and work closely with the apiary manager, faculty, students, and hourly workers to ensure smooth operations and experimental success. This includes managing hourly student scheduling and delegating tasks and labor accordingly with the apiary  this role, your responsibilities will also include managing inventory for experimental needs by purchasing supplies and equipment, shipping materials, and reliably tracking purchase records, assisting in data collection, sample processing, lab and field experiments, data management, and space use.

You will need be organized, and have knowledge and experience maintaining rigor in scientific experimental protocols, and communicating clearly and effectively to support a high-quality research program.
** Additional Information:
** This is a
** full-time** (100**%
** FTE)
** temporary
* * position. This position is overtime
** eligible.
**** Temporary End Date:
** This is a temporary position that is renewed on an annual basis. Appointment renewal is dependent continued funding and project needs.
** Monthly Salary:** $4,942.10 - $7,569.55 |
* Commensurate with experience and qualifications
* In accordance with , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

** Benefits:
** WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the  and .

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* Required Qualifications:

*** A Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate related scientific discipline and four (4) years of progressively responsible professional experience which has included at least two (2) years of supervisory experience.
* Thorough understanding of the scientific method, and experience writing and following scientific procedures and protocols.
* Experience performing molecular techniques in lab settings.
* Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and to effectively interact with people in a positive manner.
* Ability to organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver’s license and meet requirements in accordance with  and departmental driving standards.
* Basic computer skills required, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel), internet searching, email communications, and Zoom virtual meetings.
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Prior experience working with insects and/or microbes.
* Master’s degree in a biological or adjacent field.
* Experience overseeing research throughout all stages, from experimental design through publication of findings.
* Published peer-reviewed articles, scientific reports, and scientific communication.
* Experience managing a research lab.
** Position Sponsorship Eligibility:
** Not eligible for work visa sponsorship
** About WSU Bee Program:
** The  is a cornerstone of the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS) dedicated to fostering resilient ecosystems in Washington and beyond. Our mission intertwines innovative research, community engagement, and education to safeguard pollinators, pivotal to our food security and environmental health.

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