Ophthalmology Research Lab Operations Lead

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health and the Viterbi Family Department of Ophthalmology seek a Research Laboratory Operations Manager to oversee basic science facilities, including the Daneman Lab, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficient operations. You will supervise staff, coordinate equipment, and standardize lab procedures to support world-class eye research.

You will collaborate with the Research Director and PI, driving improvements while coordinating onboarding and training for new lab managers across

Qualifications

• Nine years related experience, education/training, or a Bachelor's degree in related area plus five years of related experience/training.
• Advanced knowledge of a wide variety of specialized laboratory equipment.
• Advanced knowledge of lab safety procedures and chemical disposal guidelines.
• Focus of knowledge dependent on area of specialty with ability to conduct and report scientific findings.
• Strong leadership skills for planning, prioritizing, and supervising projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily activities and staff across multiple laboratories.
• Develop and standardize lab procedures and protocols.
• Provide onboarding and ongoing guidance to lab managers.
• Assist with grant writing in support of Daneman Lab and other labs as capacity allows.

Skills

Laboratory management

Safety compliance

Staff supervision

Grant writing

Training program rollout

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

PCR

Western Blot

Immunohistochemistry

Job description

UC San Diego Health and the Viterbi Family Department of Ophthalmology seek a Research Laboratory Operations Manager to oversee basic science facilities, including the Daneman Lab, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficient operations. You will supervise staff, coordinate equipment, and standardize lab procedures to support world-class eye research.

You will collaborate with the Research Director and PI, driving improvements while coordinating onboarding and training for new lab managers across