Research Lab Manager - Neurology

Washington University in St. Louis; United States; On-site; USD 63,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & holidays

Health insurance

Transit benefits

401(k) plan

Wellness programs

Family caregiver leave

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Research Laboratory Manager in the Albanus Lab, Department of Neurology, to oversee operations and personnel. The role focuses on enabling state-of-the-art multi-omic libraries from human and mouse brain tissue to advance aging and neurodegenerative disease research.

The position requires leadership of staff, grant coordination, policy development, and budget/facility oversight to ensure compliant, high-quality laboratory operations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• Research Laboratory Operations experience (5 Years)
• No specific certification/professional license required for this position.

Responsibilities

• With principal investigator, designs, performs and evaluates research procedures.
• Supports the preparation, submission, and management of grant applications, NIH progress reports, peer-reviewed manuscripts, and other research-related documents to ensure compliance with NIH policies, institutional regulations, and sponsor reporting requirements.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures.
• Provides comprehensive direction to laboratory personnel.
• Hires, trains and evaluates the performance of laboratory personnel.
• Oversees and directs all support activities of the lab including human resources, budgets, facility maintenance, purchasing, supplies, materials, equipment, project timelines, milestones, and deliverables for NIH-funded and other externally sponsored research projects.
• Researches and recommends new methods and procedures to maintain current capabilities, quality and standards.

Skills

Analytical Problem Solving

Analytical Thinking

Cell Cultures

Communication

Functional Genomics

Library Preparation

Mouse Models

Prioritization

Problem Solving

Tissue Analysis

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Location: ST. LOUIS, MO 63110 | Scheduled Hours: 40

The Albanus Lab in the Department of Neurology is seeking an outstanding, highly independent applicant to join the lab as a Research Laboratory Manager, overseeing and managing operations and personnel. The position is responsible for enabling the lab to generate state-of-the-art multi-omic libraries (single-cell RNA-seq, ATAC-seq, spatial transcriptomics, etc.) from precious human and mouse brain tissue samples to understand the biology of human aging, with a focus on neurodegenerative diseases and personalized medicine. Performs, oversees and coordinates research projects. Oversees entire laboratory setting to promote smooth operation, regulatory compliance and interaction with other laboratories.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• With principal investigator, designs, performs and evaluates research procedures.
• Supports the preparation, submission, and management of grant applications, NIH progress reports, peer-reviewed manuscripts, and other research-related documents to ensure compliance with NIH policies, institutional regulations, and sponsor reporting requirements.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures.
• Provides comprehensive direction to laboratory personnel.
• Hires, trains and evaluates the performance of laboratory personnel.
• Oversees and directs all support activities of the lab including human resources, budgets, facility maintenance, purchasing, supplies, materials, equipment, project timelines, milestones, and deliverables for NIH-funded and other externally sponsored research projects.
• Researches and recommends new methods and procedures to maintain current capabilities, quality and standards.

Working Conditions

Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards. Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.

Required Qualifications

Education

Master’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications/Professional Licenses

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience

Research Laboratory Operations (5 Years)

Skills

Not Applicable

Driver's License

A driver's license is not required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications/Professional Licenses

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills

Analytical Problem Solving, Analytical Thinking, Cell Cultures, Communication, Functional Genomics, Library Preparation, Mouse Models, Prioritization, Problem Solving, Tissue Analysis

Grade R12 Salary Range $63,400.00 - $115,000.00 / Annually

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

• Personal Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• Family We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

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Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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