Neuroscience Laboratory Operations Manager

Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago's Groman Lab is seeking a process-driven Laboratory Manager to serve as the central operational hub for our research team. This role supports drug addiction research through organizing workflows, ensuring compliance, and maintaining project schedules.

Responsibilities include managing purchasing, vendor relations, vivarium operations, and mentoring lab staff, with emphasis on data hygiene and SOP development. 40 hours/week, on-site in Chicago.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
• Master’s degree in Neuroscience, Biology, Psychology, Business Administration, Healthcare/Research Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2+ years of full-time experience in laboratory management, research administration, or closely related operational role.

Responsibilities

• Oversees day-to-day administrative and physical operations of the laboratory space and establishes operational procedures.
• Manages laboratory purchasing, supply inventories, vendor relations, and equipment maintenance schedules.
• Ensures regulatory compliance and maintains protocols, records, and inspection readiness.
• Coordinates lab-wide schedules, onboarding logistics for new hires, and safety training.
• Organizes and maintains lab documentation and data storage; updates operational protocols.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Planning

Project management

SOP development

Data hygiene

Lab communication

Scheduling

Education

Master’s degree in Neuroscience, Biology, Psychology, Business Administration, Healthcare/Research Administration, or a related field

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

The University of Chicago's Groman Lab is seeking a process-driven Laboratory Manager to serve as the central operational hub for our research team. This role supports drug addiction research through organizing workflows, ensuring compliance, and maintaining project schedules.

Responsibilities include managing purchasing, vendor relations, vivarium operations, and mentoring lab staff, with emphasis on data hygiene and SOP development. 40 hours/week, on-site in Chicago.