RCMI Research Capacity Laboratory Manager

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University; Greensboro (NC); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays

TSERS retirement system

Job summary

North Carolina A&T State University is seeking a RCMI Research Capacity Laboratory Manager to lead the RCC core laboratory operations for brain health and cardiometabolic research. The role involves technical oversight, safety, and administrative management to support NIH-funded activities.

The candidate will coordinate instrument access, training, records, and SOPs, while collaborating with center leadership and community partners to advance the Center's mission and ensure regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field and at least 3 years of progressive experience in research laboratory operations or core facilities.
• Experience with NIH/regulated research environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operational, technical, safety, quality, training and administrative management of the RCC core lab.
• Ensure instruments, lab space, supplies, user access, records and SOPs are maintained for compliant operations.
• Support brain-health and cardiometabolic disease disparities research by coordinating sample handling, instrumentation, and data workflows.
• Collaborate with leadership, investigators and community partners to advance NIH-funded research goals.
• Ensure compliance with NIH, university and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Research administration

Grants management

Data support

Lab operations

Compliance

Communication

Education

Master's degree in biology/biochemistry/biomedical science/public health or related field

Tools

Laboratory management systems (LIMS)

Scientific equipment management

Job description

Position Overview

North Carolina A&T State University (NC A&T) is soliciting applications for the position of RCMI Research Capacity Laboratory Manager. The primary purpose of this position is to support the successful implementation, administration, and operations of a health disparities research center funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) under the Research Centers at Minority Institutions (RCMI) mechanism. The RCMI at NC A&T will initially focus on brain health and cardiometabolic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disorders.

The successful candidate will collaborate with Center leadership, faculty investigators, community partners, students, advisory committees, and university stakeholders to support the Center's strategic priorities and operational objectives. Responsibilities may include research administration, program management, grants management, data science support, laboratory operations, communications, community engagement, workforce development, compliance oversight, evaluation activities, and other functions necessary to advance the Center's mission and ensure compliance with NIH, university, and regulatory requirements. This is a term‑limited position that reports to the RCMI Director.

The RCMI Research Capacity Core (RCC) Laboratory Manager provides day‑to‑day operational, technical, safety, quality, training, and administrative management for the RCC core laboratory and shared research equipment. The position supports interdisciplinary brain‑health and cardiometabolic disease disparities research by ensuring that instruments, laboratory space, supplies, user access, training, records, and standard operating procedures are maintained for reliable and compliant research operations. The incumbent is expected to contribute to a culture of excellence, innovation, collaboration, and community engagement while supporting the growth and sustainability of the RCMI Center as a nationally recognized leader in health disparities research, research capacity development, and health equality advancement.

Minimum Requirements

A master's degree in biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, biomedical science, public health, clinical research, laboratory science, engineering, or a closely related field from an appropriately accredited institution, and at least three years of progressively responsible experience in research laboratory operations, shared core facilities, scientific equipment management, or a closely related setting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience permitted by institutional policy.

Location and Working Conditions

On‑site. Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site.

Appointment and Salary

Time Limited – Full‑time (Exempt). Appointment Length: 02/28/2031. Recruitment Salary Range: commensurate with education and experience.

Role Information

Working Title: RCMI Research Capacity Laboratory Manager. Position Number: 007854. Organizational Division: College of Health and Human Sciences. Organizational Location: College of Health and Human Sciences. Organizational Unit: College of Health and Human Sciences.

Benefits

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna - State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount
• and more

Equal Opportunity and Diversity Statement

North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Remote / Hybrid Option

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.