Laboratory Manager

NYU Grossman School of Medicine; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

NYU Grossman School of Medicine in New York seeks a Laboratory Manager to lead a translational research program focusing on pancreatic oncology and GI endoscopy, combining bench science with data stewardship and operations management. The successful candidate will mentor students and staff while driving experimental quality and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include coordinating with clinical partners, maintaining notebooks and databases, preparing data for reports, managing budgets,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 5+ years leadership in a lab.
• Hands-on mammalian cell culture and tissue culture experience.
• Proficiency with molecular tools: Western blot, qPCR, ELISA, and flow cytometry.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to lead multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day laboratory operations and mentor staff and students.
• Oversee bench experiments with pancreatic cancer cell lines and GI tissue.
• Maintain data integrity, enter results, and manage notebooks and databases.
• Coordinate with biostatistics/bioinformatics for downstream analyses.
• Manage budgets, purchasing, SOPs, and compliance with biosafety.

Skills

Leadership

Cell culture

Molecular biology

Data management

Lab operations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or PhD

Tools

Western blot

qPCR

ELISA

Flow cytometry

Immunofluorescence

Job description

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is one of the nation's top-ranked medical schools. For 175 years, NYU Grossman School of Medicine has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history and enrich the lives of countless people. An integral part of NYU Langone Health, the Grossman School of Medicine at its core is committed to improving the human condition through medical education, scientific research, and direct patient care. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge. For more information, go to med.nyu.edu, and interact with us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, Facebook, X and Instagram.

Position Summary:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Laboratory Manager. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Laboratory Manager to join our research program focused on pancreatic oncology and gastrointestinal endoscopy. This is a pivotal role combining hands‑on bench science with scientific data stewardship and laboratory operations management. The successful candidate will play a central role in advancing translational research aimed at improving early detection and treatment of pancreatic and GI cancers.

Job Responsibilities:

• Design, execute, and troubleshoot experiments using primary pancreatic cancer cell lines, patient‑derived organoids, and GI tissue specimens.
• Process patient derived blood samples and contribute to translational experiments by supporting sample preparation, molecular assays, and collaborative research workflows.
• Perform mammalian cell culture including maintenance, passaging, cryopreservation, and mycoplasma monitoring.
• Conduct molecular biology and biochemical assays (e.g., Western blot, qPCR, ELISA, immunofluorescence, flow cytometry).
• Collaborate with GI endoscopy clinical partners on tissue processing protocols and translational experimental pipelines.
• Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks and ensure experimental reproducibility.
• Accurately enter experimental results, sample metadata, and assay outcomes into research databases in a timely manner.
• Perform quality control checks to ensure data completeness, consistency, and integrity.
• Assist in the development and refinement of data entry workflows and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Coordinate with biostatistics and bioinformatics collaborators to facilitate downstream data analysis.
• Contribute to data preparation for grant reports, manuscripts, and regulatory submissions.
• Manage ordering, inventory tracking, and receipt of laboratory reagents, consumables, and equipment.
• Maintain compliance with institutional biosafety, OSHA, and regulatory requirements; serve as point of contact for safety audits.
• Oversee equipment maintenance logs and coordinate service contracts.
• Assist the Principal Investigator with budget tracking for lab supplies.
• Mentor and support graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and research assistants as needed.

Additional Position Specific Responsibilities:

Staff and directs day‑to‑day work activities, including assigning responsibilities, setting priorities, establishing schedules, monitoring productivity and performance, and ensuring work is completed in accordance with departmental goals, policies, procedures, and standards. Provides ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance management to staff; addresses performance and conduct concerns; administers corrective action as appropriate; and participates in or effectively recommends employment decisions, including hiring, promotion, transfer, discipline, and termination.

Minimum Qualifications:

To qualify you must have a Bachelors Degree required. With at least 5+ years of leadership experience in a laboratory setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

Masters Degree or PhD in Cell Biology, Cancer Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a closely related field. Demonstrated hands‑on expertise in mammalian cell culture and tissue culture techniques. Proficiency in standard molecular and cellular biology assays (Western blot, qPCR, immunofluorescence, flow cytometry, ELISA). Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. Excellent written and verbal communication skills for collaboration across research and clinical teams.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time‑off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well‑being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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