On-Site Laboratory Manager I, Ophthalmology Research

Karyaar; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pittsburgh’s Ophthalmology Laboratory invites applications for a Laboratory Manager I in the Med-Ophthalmology labs. The role supports day-to-day operations, safety compliance, and equipment setup, with duties spanning surgery prep, tissue procurement, and vendor coordination.

The candidate should hold a bachelor’s or associate’s degree in a relevant field and have 5+ years in animal management, strong multitasking, communication, and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in a relevant field (animal technology, biology, zoology).
• 5+ years of experience in animal management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee animal surgeries.
• Organize procurement of human and animal tissue samples for research.
• Oversee IACUC protocol management.
• Order and track lab supplies, reagents, and animals.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Time management

Communication

Project management

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in a relevant field

Job description

University of Pittsburgh’s Ophthalmology Laboratory invites applications for a Laboratory Manager I in the Med-Ophthalmology labs. The role supports day-to-day operations, safety compliance, and equipment setup, with duties spanning surgery prep, tissue procurement, and vendor coordination.

The candidate should hold a bachelor’s or associate’s degree in a relevant field and have 5+ years in animal management, strong multitasking, communication, and project management skills.