Manager, Research Laboratory

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Tuition remission

Job summary

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of SCCC invites applications for a Full-Time Manager, Research Laboratory on the UHealth campus in Miami, FL. The role oversees daily lab operations, safety, and process efficiency, guiding staff and coordinating with investigators.

Key responsibilities include policy implementation, budgeting input, and maintaining compliance with university standards. The position requires a bachelor's degree and at least five years of relevant experience, with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong leadership and management capabilities.
• Experience with laboratory operations and safety.
• Experience in budgetary preparation and financial oversight.

Responsibilities

• Formulates and implements short and long-range goals for the operation of the laboratories.
• Implements laboratory policies and procedures and coordinates with research staff on issues which impact laboratory services.
• Serves as a liaison between investigators, research personnel, and staff to solve operating problems and improve technical activities.
• Advises on technical procedures, techniques and equipment, and maintains conformance with operational standards.
• Maintains quality checks on the safety of laboratories and ensures maintenance of the facilities according to good laboratory practices.
• Installs and maintains laboratory equipment in compliance with federal regulations.
• Ensures technicians are trained in standard operating procedures and equipment requirements.
• Assists in determining fiscal requirements and budgetary recommendations.
• Compiles reports and analyses, noting progress and recommendations.
• Establishes and assesses internal controls and policy compliance.

Skills

Operational Management

Organizational Development

Financial Oversight

Team Leadership

Technical Proficiency

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Office software

Job description

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of SCCC has an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time Manager, Research Laboratory to work at the UHealth campus in Miami, Fl.

CORE JOB SUMMARY

The Manager, Research Laboratory oversees the day-to-day operations of the research laboratory, including maintenance and upkeep and ensuring an efficient and effective laboratory working environment.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Formulates and implements short and long-range goals for the operation of the laboratories.
2. Implements laboratory policies and procedures and coordinates with research staff on issues which impact laboratory services.
3. Serves as a liaison between investigators, research personnel, and staff to solve specific operating problems and improve technical activities.
4. Advises on technical procedures, techniques and equipment, and maintains conformance with specific operational standards.
5. Maintains quality checks on the safety of laboratories and insures maintenance of the facilities according to good laboratory practices.
6. Installs and maintains laboratory equipment in compliance with federal regulations.
7. Assures that the laboratory technicians are properly trained in standard operating procedures and equipment specific requirements.
8. Assists in the determination of fiscal requirements and in the preparation of budgetary recommendations.
9. Compiles and prepares reports and analyses, setting forth progress, adverse trends, and appropriate recommendations and conclusions.
10. Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures. Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required

Experience:

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Operational Management: Optimizes day-to-day operations and processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Organizational Development: Ability to implement strategies to improve organizational effectiveness, engagement, and manage change.
• Financial Oversight: Knowledge of financial operations and management.
• Team Leadership: Ability to create and maintain a cohesive and productive team environment, build positive working relationships and work collaboratively with others.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey ideas clearly and persuasively.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida’s only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We’re the challenge you’ve been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff