Lab Manager

University at Buffalo; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

University at Buffalo invites applications for Lab Manager to support the Periodontics and Endodontics research laboratory. The role oversees day-to-day operations, coordinates research activities, ensures biosafety and regulatory compliance, and mentors staff and students to keep projects on schedule.

The successful candidate will have a biology-related bachelor's degree, research lab experience, and strong communication and organizational skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, biomedical sciences, public health, or a related science field.
• Experience working in a research laboratory or research program.
• Working knowledge of laboratory safety practices and ability to follow all Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) requirements.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day laboratory operations.
• Coordinate research activities and data management.
• Maintain regulatory and safety compliance.
• Supervise and train research staff and students.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Lab Manager

Position Information

Position Title: Lab Manager

Department: Department of Periodontics and Endodontics

Posting Link: https://apptrkr.com/9896663">https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64986

Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The University at Buffalo, School of Dental Medicine, is seeking ahighly organized and motivated Sr Research Support Specialist tojoin the Periodontics research laboratory in the Department ofPeriodontics and Endodontics. The laboratory studies exposuresrelate to oral and systemic outcomes, including animal studies andhuman translational research.

The Lab Manager will:

• Oversee day-to-day laboratory operations,
• coordinate research activities and data management,
• maintain regulatory and safety compliance,
• and supervise and train research staff and students.

Reporting to the Principal Investigator, Renato Casarin, theresearcher will be central to keeping the lab's projects runningsmoothly, on schedule, and in compliance.

Learn more:

• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-beingand success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalocommunity.

About the University at Buffalo

The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America'sleading public research universities and a flagship of the StateUniversity of New York system, recognized for our excellence andour impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public universitydedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activityand people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home,UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourcefulthinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach othersevery day. Visit our website to learn more about the University atBuffalo.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmitive Action employer, the ResearchFoundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due toan applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,gender identity, national origin and veteran or disabilitystatus.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, biomedical sciences, publichealth, or a related science field.
• Experience working in a research laboratory or researchprogram.
• Working knowledge of laboratory safety practices and ability tofollow all Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) requirements.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communicationskills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office or GoogleWorkspace.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a biomedical, oral health, public health, orrelated field.
• Three or more years of experience in research laboratorymanagement, including purchasing, inventory, and equipmentoversight.
• Experience with animal research, including mice and rats, andIACUC training.
• Experience with human subjects research, including IRBsubmissions, informed consent, and HIPAA-compliant datahandling.
• Experience with biospecimen collection, processing, and storage(e.g., saliva, plaque, blood) and biorepository tracking.
• Experience with research data management systems such asREDCap, and basic data analysis (e.g., Excel, R, SPSS, orStata).
• Prior experience supervising or training staff, students, orvolunteers.
• CITI certification in human subjects research and Good ClinicalPractice.
• Familiarity with oral health, dental, or epidemiological cohortresearch.

Physical Demands

Ability to stand for extended periods, perform repetitive benchtasks, and lift up to 25 lbs. Must be able to wear requiredpersonal protective equipment in a BSL-2 environment

Salary Range

$50,000 – $60,000

Special Instructions Summary

Occasional early-morning, evening, or weekend hours may be requiredto accommodate participant visits and time-sensitive specimenprocessing.

This is a grant-funded position. Continued employment is contingentupon the availability of funding.

Is a background check required for this posting?

Yes

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Renato Casarin

Contact's Pronouns:

Contact's Title: Assistant Professor, Dept of Periodonticsand Endodontics

Contact's Email: [e-mail]

Contact's Phone: [phone]

Posting Dates

Posted: 10/14/2026

Deadline for Applicants:

Date to be filled:

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