Lab Manager for the Auditory Perceptual Encoding Lab

Boys Town; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Boys Town in Omaha, NE is seeking a detail-oriented laboratory coordinator to support data collection, analysis, and manuscript preparation within a research program. You will manage schedules, supervise research assistants, handle data entry, and coordinate subject recruitment, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and timely project delivery in a collaborative team environment.

The role requires strong written and verbal communication, proficiency with Word and Excel, and the ability to manage

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree directly related to the work involved in the research program (or equivalent behavioral research training, certification, and experience) required.
• Minimum of 3 years of related work experience required.
• If employed in the Cognitive Neuroscience department, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of transfer or hire required.
• If employed in the Cognitive Neuroscience department, Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative(CITI) certification within 30 days of transfer or hire required.

Responsibilities

• Manages the entire laboratory schedule, including coordinating visits, preparing all needed procedures and forms, and managing financial details (e.g., subject payment, petty cash, budget/grant allocation, and mileage reimbursements).
• Ensures that appropriate staff are scheduled for each data collection visit and that procedural details are ready for each session.
• Serves as a point of contact for research participants and a project manager for research activity.
• Regularly enters data into lab databases and ensures scoring and data accuracy.
• Ensures that all laboratory materials, supplies, and equipment are ordered and available.
• Performs or assists in the recruitment of research subjects, including special populations. Collaborates with laboratory PI to understand their recruiting needs.
• Performs or assists in testing of research subjects.
• Maintains detailed records of test conditions and results.
• Partners with researchers to create research project timelines, deadlines, and check ins as applicable.
• Helps train and supervise new staff, including laboratory research assistants in the procedures and protocols.
• As assigned, may assist with lab processes, procedures, editorial work, grant applications, literature reviews, or other high level administrative and operational duties.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Data management

Data entry

Training supervision

Project coordination

MS Word

Excel

Education

BS/BA in related field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Database applications

Job description

Performs work of considerable difficulty in various phases of research studies being performed, including management of data collection, supervision of research assistants, and support of data analysis and manuscript preparation.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Manages the entire laboratory schedule, including coordinating visits, preparing all needed procedures and forms, and managing financial details (e.g., subject payment, petty cash, budget/grant allocation, and mileage reimbursements), as assigned.
• Ensures that appropriate staff are scheduled for each data collection visit and that procedural details are ready for each session.
• Serves as a point of contact for research participants and a project manager for research activity.
• Regularly enters data into lab databases and ensures scoring and data accuracy. May also complete data collection and information dissemination.
• Ensures that all laboratory materials, supplies, and equipment are ordered and available.
• Performs or assists in the recruitment of research subjects, including special populations. Collaborates with laboratory PI to understand their recruiting needs.
• Performs or assists in testing of research subjects.
• Maintains detailed records of test conditions and results.
• Partners with researchers to create research project timelines, deadlines, and check ins as applicable.
• Helps train and supervise new staff, including laboratory research assistants in the procedures and protocols.
• As assigned, may assist with lab processes, procedures, editorial work, grant applications, literature reviews, or other high level administrative and operational duties.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work well with others to include co-workers at all levels.
• Knowledge of computer software systems like Microsoft Word, Excel, and other database applications.
• Ability to use a variety of office equipment to include personal computer, copier, telephones, fax and copier.
• Ability to train and supervise the activities of the laboratory research assistants.
• Ability to prioritize work appropriately, to work independently and to complete tasks in a timely manner in an active work environment.
• Interpersonal skills, close attention to detail, math aptitude, and flexibility in duties performed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS/BA degree directly related to the work involved in the research program (or equivalent behavioral research training, certification, and experience) required.
• Minimum of 3 years of related work experience required.
• If employed in the Cognitive Neuroscience department, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of transfer or hire required.
• If employed in the Cognitive Neuroscience department, Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative(CITI) certification within 30 days of transfer or hire required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• MA/MS degree preferred.
• Editorial and scientific writing skills preferred.

• Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.

• Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Position is relatively sedentary in a normal office administrative environment involving minimum exposure to physical risks. Will use office equipment such as a computer/laptop, monitor, keyboard, and a general workstation set-up.

Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town - it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.

At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team - one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.

About Boys Town:

Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.

Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.

Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.