Dairy Lab Program Manager: Operations & Compliance Lead

Colorado State University; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University Spur in Denver, CO, is seeking a Dairy Lab Manager to oversee scheduling, operations, regulatory compliance and maintenance of the dairy lab. The role supports research, production, and educational programs including courses, K-12 enrichment, and a creamery program.

The position requires management of lab buildout, administration, client trials, sanitation, and equipment upkeep, with flexibility for early mornings, late nights, and occasional weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; experience in regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and SOP development.

Responsibilities

• Finalize the lab buildout, including equipment validation and specification of remaining needs.
• Manage lab administration, including contracts, scheduling, and procurement.
• Operate and maintain the dairy lab, calendar management, equipment upkeep, client trials, and sanitation.
• Support broader FIC needs, including sensory testing, product development projects, and event support.

Skills

Lab management

Regulatory compliance

Quality assurance

SOP development

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Analytical instruments

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Colorado State University Spur in Denver, CO, is seeking a Dairy Lab Manager to oversee scheduling, operations, regulatory compliance and maintenance of the dairy lab. The role supports research, production, and educational programs including courses, K-12 enrichment, and a creamery program.

The position requires management of lab buildout, administration, client trials, sanitation, and equipment upkeep, with flexibility for early mornings, late nights, and occasional weekends.