Marine Research Lab Director

University of South Alabama; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Alabama’s Stokes School of Marine and Environmental Sciences seeks a Research Laboratory Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of a busy bioanalytical facility on the main campus.

The role requires a science degree with five years of lab experience, including supervisory responsibilities, plus strong organizational skills to manage budgets, safety protocols, and data reporting for faculty and graduate students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a physical or natural science with five years lab experience, including supervisory role.
• Master's degree can substitute for one year of required experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversees day-to-day lab activities and equipment maintenance.
• Supervises graduate assistants and students in analyses of bioanalytical equipment.
• Plans and directs daily activities of a large research lab, including instrument maintenance and safety protocols.
• Provides guidance on complex chemical and biological analyses for varied projects.
• Develops and updates standard operating procedures to ensure safe practices.
• Manages lab budgets in consultation with facility leadership.
• Trains personnel and researchers on procedures and instrumentation; maintains QA/QC docs.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Laboratory management

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical or natural science

Master's degree may substitute for one year of experience

Tools

Bioanalytical laboratory equipment

Job description

The University of South Alabama’s Stokes School of Marine and Environmental Sciences seeks a Research Laboratory Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of a busy bioanalytical facility on the main campus.

The role requires a science degree with five years of lab experience, including supervisory responsibilities, plus strong organizational skills to manage budgets, safety protocols, and data reporting for faculty and graduate students.