Research Lab Manager (Yin, Dohlman, Chauhan)

Site: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals including doctors nurses business people tech experts researchers and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Summary
Performs a variety of research and research administration activities in direct support of the Departments research faculty and programs. Responsible for managing the overall functioning of the research operation. Serves as a front-line resource for researchers in the Department acting as liaison to internal administrative units and external sponsors on matters relating to research programs.

Does this position require Patient Care
No

Essential Functions
-Responsible for oversight of all lab supply and equipment purchasing and maintenance.

-Coordinates all regulatory and compliance activities.

-Trains staff in specialized lab techniques.

-Assists with subject scheduling.

-Provides input on strategy based on knowledge of industry and trends.

-Applies project management techniques to ensure development initiatives stay on track.

-Contributes to scientific literature and may present the data at meetings.

-Carries out independent research projects which involve the execution of highly sophisticated techniques.

Education
Bachelors Degree Related Field of Study required or Masters Degree Related Field of Study preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree
Yes

Licenses and Credentials

Experience
Research experience (in a lab setting) 3-5 years required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Must be able to make independent effective decisions in appropriate situations.
- Must possess a scientific imagination commensurate with the independent execution of research projects.
- Must have an aptitude for technical problem solving.
- Excellent organizational skills to ensure smooth functioning of lab.
- Demonstrated analytical skills and ability to logically sequence experiments to maximize research.
- Must possess an aptitude for budget management.

POSITION SUMMARY: The candidate will manage the lab research activities including purchases managing breeding colonies assisting in research projects and experiments and maintaining cell cultures of the three labs (Chauhan lab Yin lab and Dohlman lab). ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Oversees and manages the day-to-day operation of a small to midsized lab. Oversees use of laboratory funds supply inventory and staff activities. Responsible for financial management of the lab. Oversees and manages lab personnel including hiring performance reviews orientation and training. Functions as the lab safety officer chemical hygiene officer and ensures lab meets all safety requirements. Masters all research/scientific techniques used in the lab. Teaches techniques to technical personnel students residents research fellows etc. who work in the lab and oversees their work daily. Carries out individual research projects which involve the execution of highly sophisticated techniques. Contributes to scientific literature and may present the results at meetings. Participates in writing manuscripts grants and IACUC/ IRB protocols. Ability to make independent and effective decisions. Excellent judgment and ability to interpret information. Aptitude for technical problem solving. Excellent organizational skills to formulate and complete timetables and meet the grants complex financial restrictions. Strong working knowledge of NIH contract procedures and policies. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors degree in biology or physical science Masters preferred. 5 years related laboratory experience. Experience with training supervising and managing a lab and its staff is highly desirable. 2 WORKING CONDITIONS: Lab setting. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Possible lifting of 10 to 20 lbs. depending on nature of chosen project(s). HIPAA Privacy Training and Sanctions All employees who have access to health information whose confidentiality is protected by the HIPAA Privacy Rule are required by the Rule to receive training so that they have an understanding and knowledge of the Privacy Rule that corresponds to their job responsibilities and of the group health plans policies and procedures that impact on their job duties. Training on the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy Rule and the plans health information policies and procedures under the direction of the institutions privacy officer is a pre-requisite for this position. Employees who violate the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy Rule will be subject to discipline up to and including termination. This description is intended to indicate essential tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of supervisors to assign direct or control the work of staff members under their supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned but that are of similar kind or level of difficulty

Onsite

20 Staniford Street

40

Regular

Day (United States of America)

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