Lab Operations Manager, Earth & Environmental Sciences

Northwestern University; Evanston (IL); Hybrid; USD 56,782 - 79,850; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois is seeking a full-time Department Lab Manager for its Earth, Environmental & Planetary Sciences Department. The role involves maintaining lab operations, organizing teaching activities, and managing safety logistics for faculty and students.

The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in a scientific major, supervisory experience, and a valid US driving license. The position offers a salary range of $56,782 - $79,850 per year and includes significant benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific major or higher, plus relevant experience.
• Supervisory or project management experience required.
• Valid US driving license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Maintain operations of department labs and facilities.
• Organize teaching materials and field trips/courses.
• Train students in shared‑facility lab methods.
• Partner with faculty to oversee safety and expedition logistics.
• Manage the department collections of field equipment.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Project management

Lab/bench experience

Driving skills

Competence with standard office software

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific major

Master's degree in a scientific major

Job description

Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois is seeking a full-time Department Lab Manager for its Earth, Environmental & Planetary Sciences Department. The role involves maintaining lab operations, organizing teaching activities, and managing safety logistics for faculty and students.

The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in a scientific major, supervisory experience, and a valid US driving license. The position offers a salary range of $56,782 - $79,850 per year and includes significant benefits.