Manager Laboratory Programs

Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin

Wauwatosa (WI)

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USD 85.000 - 110.000

Tempo pieno

2 giorni fa

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Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

PTO and Holidays

Short- and Long-term disability

Life insurance

7% match 401(k)

Voluntary programs

Discount programs

Others

Descrizione del lavoro

Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin seeks a Laboratory Manager to oversee complex experiments, ensure compliance, inventory control, and staff management. You will work with the PI and Administrative Program Manager to plan, execute, and optimize lab operations while maintaining scientific rigor and timely reporting.

The role requires a Master’s degree (or MD/PhD) in biology or chemistry, 4–6 years of relevant lab experience, and 1–3 years of postdoctoral work.

Competenze

Master's Degree Master’s or MD, Ph.D., or equivalent in biology, chemistry or related field from an accredited college or university required
Appropriate education and/or experience may be substituted on equivalent basis
1–3 years of postdoctoral experience required; 4–6 years of relevant lab experience required
Demonstrated ability to supervise, coordinate and plan the work of several individuals in a lab setting; strong organizational and communication skills

Mansioni

GENERAL DUTIES: Adheres to safety and regulatory procedures; maintains current knowledge in the field; arranges requisitions for supplies and equipment.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Organize, supervise, and manage day-to-day operation of the laboratory; lead multiple personnel; design hypothesis-driven research; assist PI in funding applications; maintain publication record; lead meetings; communicate research methods and results.
Oversees lab processes, benchmarks, and timely reporting; evaluates programs and implements enhancements; collaborates with internal and external partners; contributes to publications and presentations.
Prepares results for publication and dissemination; defines goals, metrics, and financial feasibility; guides study design and method development; supervises staff performance and development.

Conoscenze

Staff supervision

Lab management

Scientific writing

Communication

Organization

Formazione

Master's degree in biology/chemistry or related field

MD/PhD considered

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

LIMS

Descrizione del lavoro

Versiti is a fusion of donors, scientific curiosity, and precision medicine that recognize the gifts of blood and life are precious. We are home to the world-renowned Blood Research Institute, we enable life saving gifts from our donors, and provide the science behind the medicine through our diagnostic laboratories. Versiti brings together outstanding minds with unparalleled experience in transfusion medicine, transplantation, stem cells and cellular therapies, oncology and genomics, diagnostic lab services, and medical and scientific expertise. This combination of skill and knowledge results in improved patient outcomes, higher quality services and reduced cost of care for hospitals, blood centers, hospital systems, research and educational institutions, and other health care providers. At Versiti, we are passionate about improving the lives of patients and helping our healthcare partners thrive.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, oversees, develops, improves, and implements laboratory techniques and performs complex experiments or tests to contribute to the timely and accurate completion of the research project(s). The Laboratory Manager is expected to proactively provide solutions for the lab's needs for compliance, purchasing and documentation, inventory management, and staff management. Works independently and plans and coordinates the work of the research team, including trainees and technologists involved in the research projects. At the discretion of the Principal Investigator, may be responsible for many leadership tasks, including staff training and direction, experimental design and implementation, and assessment of performance. This role will work closely with both the PI and Administrative Program Manager.

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Compensation

The target salary is based on internal averages. Versiti sets salary ranges aligned to local markets in which the job is performed. Compensation decisions take into account internal salary averages and differentiation based on education, experience, skills, and performance. Specific salary and benefits information is shared at the time of the phone screening based on your location and qualifications.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
Short- and Long-term disability
Life insurance
7% match dollar for dollar 401(k)
Voluntary programs
Discount programs
Others

Responsibilities

GENERAL DUTIES * Adheres to VBRI, Bio-safety, NRC and OSHA procedures and regulations. * Maintains currency with information relative to the field of research being performed. * May prepare and/or authorize requisitions for ordering supplies and equipment. * Performs other laboratory duties as assigned.
* MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES * Organize, supervise, and manage the day-to-day operation of the laboratory. * Manage multiple personnel in the accomplishment of lab goals. * Designs goal-oriented, hypothesis driven research program. * Assists PI in applying for funding from sources outside of VBRI. * Maintains an active scientific publication record. * Participates in and runs laboratory and research meetings. * Communicate with researchers in other laboratories, share ideas and research methodologies to improve the effectiveness of the research. * Oversees development and implementation of lab processes and ensures that lab program benchmarks are successfully attained and communicated in a timely and efficient manner. * Manages evaluation processes; recommends and implements changes for lab enhancement; monitors effectiveness through follow-up evaluation studies. * Assesses programming and recommends changes that will innovate and invigorate lab program including cutting edge developments in the field and changes to better meet lab’s goals. * Consults with and advises research program leaders in identifying and defining problems that can be resolved with scientific research that will help guide study design and methods to accomplish the scientific goals of the program/project. * Prepares results and co-authors scientific papers for presentation and publication and disseminates information via publications, seminars, lectures, etc. * Determines goals, objectives, outcome measurements and metrics, financial feasibility, and collaboration opportunities with other internal and external organizations. * Oversees the ongoing development and refinement of the lab program's/projects * Directs actions to consistently high-quality standards across all lab partner programs
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

Education

Master's Degree Master’s or M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent degree (e.g. D.Sc.) from an accredited college or university in biology, chemistry or equivalent scientific discipline required
Appropriate education and/or experience may be substituted on equivalent basis required

Experience

1-3 years of postdoctoral experience required
4-6 years relevant research laboratory experience required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Demonstrated ability to independently apply understanding of scientific theory to the structure and execution of research experiments. required
Demonstrated ability to interpret and explain the theoretical basis of the work performed. required
Ability to perform research procedures independently. required
Proficiency in basic and sophisticated tests and procedures required in the scientific field. required
Exceptional organizational and communication skills, including scientific writing. required
Strong detail orientation and analytical ability. required
Excellent problem-solving skills. required
Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks and meet deadlines. required
Generates clear and complete records of experimental work. required
Communicates results of research at meetings required
Participates in publication and presentation of research. required
Ability to supervise, coordinate and plan the work of several individuals involved in a research project. required
Previous supervisory experience, or a proven track record of progressively increasing levels of pertinent administrative experience in a laboratory setting. required

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