Laboratory Manager, Image and Data Acquisition Core

University Of Idaho; Moscow (ID); On-site; USD 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Idaho is seeking a Laboratory Manager for the Image and Data Acquisition Core (IDAC) within the IMCI. The role oversees operation and maintenance of core research equipment including flow cytometers, microscopes, and other devices, while training users and coordinating vendor support in a 0.75 FTE position in Moscow.

The IDAC Manager reports to the IDAC Director and IMCI Director and manages budgets, charges, and usage statistics, working with department staff and university

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology or related STEM field.
• Two years of post‑Bachelor’s research work in lab operations or similar.
• Experience in supervising students and staff in a research setting.
• Ability to manage budgets and procure lab supplies.

Responsibilities

• Provide functional supervision of day-to-day lab activities.
• Develop guidelines and protocols for lab operations and safety.
• Oversee budgeting, usage statistics, and vendor coordination.
• Supervise scientific/technical staff and trainees.
• Direct and plan components of the scientific program.
• Prepare risk assessments and ensure compliance and safety.

Skills

Lab management

Communication

Staff supervision

Budgeting

Laboratory safety

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in biology or related STEM discipline

Tools

Flow cytometry

Confocal microscopy

Job description

Laboratory Manager, Image and Data Acquisition Core

Position Title Laboratory Manager, Image and Data Acquisition Core

Division/College

Division/College University Research

Department

Department Institute for Modeling Collaboration & Innovation (IMCI)

Location

Location Moscow

Posting Context Statement

The IMCI Image and Data Acquisition Core ( IDAC ) Manager reports to the IDAC Director and IMCI Director within the University of Idaho’s Institute for Modeling Collaboration and Innovation ( IMCI ). The position oversees operation, maintenance, service and user training for core research equipment, including flow cytometers, microscopes, ddPCR, calorimetry, surface plasmon resonance and pinning robots. The Manager administers user charges, provides core usage statistics, coordinates vendor support and maintains productive relationships with University personnel, equipment users and vendors. This position will work between 20-30 hours per week.

Position Overview

Provides functional supervision of day-to-day activities of a laboratory or field research enterprise, including directing the activities of graduate and undergraduate students, staff researchers and research support staff. Develops guidelines and protocols for lab operations. Assures quality control; maintains budget; and operates, tests and repairs electronic and/or scientific test equipment used. Assists with the construction and modification of new and prototype scientific devices.

Duties may include:

• Providing consulting services to department management, public and private sector entities
• Providing final review of policies and procedures; recommending changes based on prevailing scientific evidence
• Supervising scientific/technical staff
• Directing and/or planning and implementing a component of the scientific program
• Directing and/or developing and monitoring research projects in conjunction with other agencies
• Directing and/or preparing reports assessing use, distribution, fate, exposure, and probability of adverse effects of chemicals and/or radiological constituents or other hazardous substances in specific use situations
• Directing and/or developing and /or providing final detailed review of risk assessments and making recommendations for improvement where risk level is unacceptable
• Establishing work priorities and performance standards; may be involved in hiring, training, evaluating staff, assigning and reviewing work
• Making managerial decisions that directly affect the efficiency, cost, reputation and service quality of the laboratory
• Developing budgets, distributing budgeted funds, and exercising the primary control over a relatively small budget
• Two years of post-Bachelor’s research work to include technical/administrative experience in research operations

Required Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in biology or related STEM discipline

Required Other

• None

Additional Preferred

• Strong lab-based research experience
• Technical expertise/experience with either flow cytometry or confocal microscopy or both
• Interest in expanding expertise in new and cutting-edge technologies
• Knowledge of research methods, statistics and principles of optics, microscopy or cytometry
• Technical expertise in at least one of the following areas: flow cytometry, microscopy and image acquisition techniques
• Laboratory research management experience including monitoring safety compliance, training personnel and budgeting and procuring necessary supplies/equipment
• Experience with developing technical written materials, such as scientific/lab protocols
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, scientists, administrators and vendors, orally and in writing

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• None

Degree Requirement

Degree Requirement Listed degree qualification is required at time of application

Posting Information

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Employee Category

Employee Category Classified

Pay Range

Pay Range $20.01 per hour or higher depending on experience

Type of Appointment

Type of Appointment Fiscal Year

FTE

0.75

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time/Part Time Part Time

Funding

Funding This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. No

Posting Date

Posting Date 08/07/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

EEO Statement

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Letter of Qualification

Supplemental Questions

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  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you currently authorized to work in the United States of America?
  • Yes
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• * Do you now, or in the future require sponsorship through the University of Idaho to continue working in the United States?
  • Yes
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