Kerckhoff Marine Lab Operations Lead

California Institute of Technology; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

California Institute of Technology (Caltech) invites applications for the Manager of Kerckhoff Marine Lab Operations. The role oversees daily operations, facilities, staff, budgets, partnerships, educational programs, and research-support services to ensure a high-quality environment for researchers and visitors.

This essential reporting position collaborates with scientists, educators, and community partners to expand facility utilization and increase impact of KML, while supporting fundraising

Qualifications

• Master of Science (M.S.) in Marine Sciences or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of progressively responsible experience managing a marine laboratory or equivalent facility.
• Experience managing laboratory operations and providing research support resources to faculty, researchers and students.
• Experience maintaining seawater systems and marine laboratory infrastructure.
• Experience supervising staff, students, volunteers, or facility users.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and SCUBA certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations, facilities, staff, budgets, and partnerships for Kerckhoff Marine Laboratory (KML).
• Coordinate research activities and support visiting researchers and collaborations.
• Develop educational programs, field courses, workshops, tours, and student learning opportunities.
• Manage volunteer program including recruitment, onboarding and scheduling.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies, EH&S requirements and regulatory guidelines.

Education

Master of Science in Marine Sciences or related field

Job description

California Institute of Technology (Caltech) invites applications for the Manager of Kerckhoff Marine Lab Operations. The role oversees daily operations, facilities, staff, budgets, partnerships, educational programs, and research-support services to ensure a high-quality environment for researchers and visitors.

This essential reporting position collaborates with scientists, educators, and community partners to expand facility utilization and increase impact of KML, while supporting fundraising