Research Lab Manager

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center is seeking a Research Lab Manager for its Immuno-Oncology Department. This pivotal role requires strong leadership and expertise in lab management to facilitate groundbreaking cancer research and improve therapies for patients worldwide.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a research laboratory setting.
• Experience in immunology, oncology, or translational research is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily lab functions including maintenance, compliance, and inventory.
• Oversee research staff and assign tasks.
• Coordinate workflows and document research findings.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline

Master’s or PhD preferred

Tools

Lab Management Systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Pay Range

$90,700.00-$145,300.00

Company Overview

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursueour missionat MSK and around the globe.

Job Description

Exciting Opportunity at MSK: We are seeking a highly motivated Research Lab Manager to help launch and lead a laboratory within our newly established Immuno-Oncology Department. In this pivotal role, you will oversee lab infrastructure, supervise personnel, support collaborative research, and ensure compliance with institutional and regulatory standards. You will play a central role in advancing cutting-edge research that builds on MSK’s legacy in immune checkpoint blockade, CAR-T and cellular therapies, and cancer vaccines. The Immuno-Oncology Program is committed to expanding our understanding of the immune system and developing next-generation immunotherapies that are more effective, more durable, and more accessible to patients worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead daily lab functions, including equipment maintenance, safety compliance, and inventory tracking.
• Oversee and support research staff, assign tasks and provide training.
• Coordinate experimental workflows, including mouse model studies, and ensure accurate documentation and reporting.
• Maintain lab protocols and ensure adherence to institutional and regulatory standards.
• Assist with budgeting, monitor expenses, and handle purchasing and grant-related activities.

Key Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in a research laboratory setting
• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline required; Master’s or PhD preferred
• Experience in immunology, oncology, or translational research is highly preferred

Core Skills:

• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Deep understanding of molecular biology, immunology, and animal model research
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in lab management systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance, lab safety, and quality assurance
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Additional Information:

• Schedule: Onsite, Monday - Friday, 37.5 hrs
• Location: 417 E. 68th Street, NYC (Zuckerman)
• Reporting to: Principal Investigator, Immuno-Oncology Department.

Pay Range: $90,700.00-$145,300.00

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Closing

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