Lab Director, Biobehvrl Research Center

Lab Director, Biobehavioral Research Center

Department: CON Biobehavioral Health Nursing Science Operations

Job Summary: The laboratory director is professionally responsible for the overall management and operation of the Biobehavioral Research Center (experimental laboratory and clinical research innovation suites), ensuring its smooth functioning and compliance with the College, University, local, state, and federal regulations. The lab director will oversee staff, manage resources, and maintain quality and safety standards. Key responsibilities include leadership and management (hiring, training), technical oversight of the Center (developing and implementing policies), collaboration and communication, and safety and maintenance.

Classified and Unclassified positions: (none listed)

• Master’s degree in relevant field, experience in a supervisory or management role, and familiarity with behavioral research.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work independently.
• Knowledge in equipment, data analysis, professional clinical processes, or other specific areas related to the field of research.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data using inferential techniques.
• Ability to present information effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Understanding of both theoretical and technical aspects of a diverse set of laboratory procedures to include the operation and maintenance of basic protein measurement (ELISA, Western Blot), DNA extraction, RNA extraction, cDNA synthesis, and PCR, Quant Studio real‑time and digital PCR.
• Must have the ability to provide consultation on study design, costs of sample collection, storage and analyses for grant applications.

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

08/09/2026

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