Laboratory Manager I

Karyaar; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pittsburgh’s Ophthalmology Laboratory invites applications for a Laboratory Manager I in the Med-Ophthalmology labs. The role supports day-to-day operations, safety compliance, and equipment setup, with duties spanning surgery prep, tissue procurement, and vendor coordination.

The candidate should hold a bachelor’s or associate’s degree in a relevant field and have 5+ years in animal management, strong multitasking, communication, and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in a relevant field (animal technology, biology, zoology).
• 5+ years of experience in animal management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee animal surgeries.
• Organize procurement of human and animal tissue samples for research.
• Oversee IACUC protocol management.
• Order and track lab supplies, reagents, and animals.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Time management

Communication

Project management

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Open role · University of Pittsburgh# Laboratory Manager IOn-siteFull-timePittsburgh, PAPosted Jul 6About the role## What you'd be doingManages day-to-day laboratory operations while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and best practices. Works with, adapts, and installs scientific equipment in research laboratories. Collaborates on routine projects and procedures. Manages inventory and equipment and performs budget functions.Med-OphthalmologyA Laboratory Manager 1 position is available in the laboratories of Dr. Joseph Martel and Dr. Leah Byrne in the University of Pittsburgh Department of Ophthalmology.The successful candidate should have a bachelor’s or associate’s degree in a relevant field (such as animal technology, biology, or zoology), as well as 5+ years experience in animal management. We are specifically seeking candidates with strong multi-tasking and time management skills, an effective and professional communication style, experience in project management, and experience in dealing with vendors. Familiarity with the University of Pittsburgh animal facility is a plus.Essential Functions The manager will help to prep and oversee animal surgeries and help to organize the procurement of human and animal tissue samples for research. Duties will include organization and prepping for large animal surgeries, assisting in surgeries, overseeing management of IACUC protocols, organizing the procurement of tissue samples (from human donors and animals), and other administrative activities in the lab such as ordering and tracking of supplies, reagents and animals.Physical EffortThe candidate must be able to stand for long periods of time and handle large animals including pigs and non-human primates.The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.Assignment CategoryFull-time regularJob ClassificationStaff.Laboratory Manager IJob FamilyResearchJob Sub-FamilyLaboratoryCampusPittsburghMinimum Education Level RequiredBachelor's DegreeMinimum Years Of Experience Required2Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.Work ScheduleM- F 8:30am to 5:00pmWork ArrangementOn-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.Hiring RangeTBD Based Upon QualificationsRelocation OfferedNoVisa Sponsorship ProvidedNoBackground CheckFor position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background checkChild Protection ClearancesNot ApplicableRequired DocumentsResumeOptional DocumentsNot Applicable