Lab Supervisor

UC Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plans

Employee discounts

Job summary

UC Irvine is seeking a laboratory supervisor to oversee activities and staff, drive major research projects, and ensure compliance with policies. The role requires strong leadership, IRB experience, and data-driven decision making in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate will manage multiple priorities, possess excellent communication skills, and be proficient in MS Office tools. This in-person position is based on the Irvine campus and may involve coordination across facilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in a research setting with IRB processes.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects.
• Knowledge of institutional compliance policies.
• Familiarity with grant management or research funding.
• Experience coordinating multi-site research.
• Proficient in data analysis.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Oversees activities and staff of a laboratory.
• Supervises development and execution of major projects.
• Ensures compliance with departmental policies and controls.
• Manages resources including budgets and personnel.

Skills

Research leadership

IRB compliance

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Communication

Critical thinking

Grant awareness

Microsoft Word

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Equivalent experience/training

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Who We Are

Founded in 1965,

Who We Are

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide. To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu. Ranked among the top neurology departments in the country by the National Institutes of Health, the UC Irvine Health School of Medicine's Department of Neurology is committed to advancing clinical care, education, and research to help patients with diverse neurological conditions. The department's 47+ full-time teaching faculty members are highly experienced clinicians who are devoted to training the next generation of neurologists.

Your Role on the Team

Under minimal supervision, oversees the activities and staff of a laboratory including the supervision of entry / intermediate level research and / or instructional associates and laboratory support staff. Typically works in small to medium or single facility laboratory. Supervises the development and execution of major or multi-disciplinary research projects or instructional and experiment design. The successful candidate should also possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills and be able to work both independently and collaboratively. Supervises unit operations to ensure compliance with departmental or organizational policies, procedures, and defined internal controls. Ensures accountability and stewardship of department resources (operational, financial, and human) in compliance with departmental standards and procedures.

Required

What It Takes to be Successful

• Prior experience in a research setting, with a strong understanding of IRB processes and regulatory compliance


• Working knowledge of common organization-specific and other computer application programs.


• Interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication, active listening, critical thinking, persuasiveness, advising, and counseling to effectively motivate others.


• Skills to evaluate issues and identify resolutions.


• Strong service orientation with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.


• Can perform data analysis


• Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint proficiency


• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training


• 5+ years experience in clinical research


• A minimum of 1 year of experienceExperience with multi-site research coordination.


• A minimum of 1 year of experienceKnowledge of institutional compliance policies and internal controls.


• Familiarity with grant management or research funding administration

Preferred

• Leadership skills associated with planning work assignments, establishing priorities and scheduling instructional space.


• Advanced degree preferred.

Special Conditions

• This will be an in-person position.


• May require travel between various offices and clinics and imaging facilities in Orange and Irvine campuses.

Total Rewards

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Conditions Of Employment

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan


• Employment Misconduct*


• Legal Right to work in the United States


• Vaccination Policies


• Smoking and Tobacco Policy


• Drug Free Environment


• Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act


• E-Verify


• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship

Must be able to provide proof of work authorization