Research Manager

University Of Nebraska Medical Center; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) seeks a skilled lab coordinator to oversee research activities in the Paustian IBD Center Mannon lab and clinical unit in Omaha. You will manage experiments, sample handling, data analysis, and equipment maintenance to support high-quality research outcomes.

You will assist in developing protocols with the PI, supervise laboratory staff, manage budgeting and safety programs, and ensure proper biobanking of human tissues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field is required.
• Minimum of four years in a research lab including lab management and biobanking.
• Experience with manuscript preparation is expected.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Biobanking Software experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides coordination of research activities in Paustian IBD Center Mannon lab and clinical unit.
• Manages experiments, sample handling, data analysis/interpretation, and equipment maintenance.
• Oversees collection, storage and annotation of the Biobank.
• Assists with protocol development and regulatory documents with the PI, including supervision of staff and budgeting.
• Maintains safety and inventory logs, coordinates with safety staff, and prepares annual safety reports.

Skills

English proficiency

Training ability

Technical expertise

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Biobanking Software

Job description

UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location

Location Omaha, NE

Requisition Number:

Requisition Number: Staff_14970

Department

Department Int Med GI 50001304

Business Unit

Business Unit College of Medicine

Reg-Temp

Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Hours may vary

Remote/Telecommuting

Remote/Telecommuting No remote/telecommuting opportunity

Position Summary

• Provides overall coordination of research activities in the Paustian IBD Center Mannon research lab and clinical research unit
• Manages and conducts research activities for the Paustian IBD Center Mannon research lab which may include experimental design and execution, sample handling (collecting, processing, biobanking), data analysis/interpretation and ordering maintenance of laboratory supplies/equipment.
• Manages and provides oversight to collection, storage and annotation of the Paustian IBD Center Biobank.
• Responsible for assisting with developing protocols and regulatory documents in collaboration with the Principal Investigator, to include supervision of laboratory personnel and laboratory budget responsibilities.
• Responsible for chemical and equipment inventory, maintaining safety and inventory logs, interfacing with UNMC and VA research safety staff, providing annual reports of lab safety, chemical and equipment tracking.

Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education:

If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)

Scientific field

Required Experience

Required Experience 4 years

If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:

Experience in a research laboratory to include laboratory management, biobanking of human tissues/samples, and manuscript preparation experience.

Required License

Required License No

If yes, what is the required licensure/certification?

Required Computer Applications:

Required Computer Applications: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook

Required Other Computer Applications:

Required Other Computer Applications: Biobanking Software

Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in writing and communicating in English.
• Technical expertise and knowledge regarding research and protocols.
• Ability to train and work with others.
• Multitasking

Preferred Education:

If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:

Preferred Experience:

• Management of staff in a research setting.
• Preparation of regulatory documents to UNMC offices.
• Grant writing

Preferred License:

Preferred License: No

Preferred Computer Applications:

Preferred Other Computer Applications:

Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in a Scientific field?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a minimum of four years experience in a research laboratory to include laboratory management, biobanking of human tissues/samples, and manuscript preparation experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• * If you do have a minimum of four years experience in a research laboratory to include laboratory management, biobanking of human tissues/samples, and manuscript preparation experience, please elaborate (If No, indicate NA)

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Outlook?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you proficient in Biobanking Software?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this position?
  • Careerlink
  • Employee Referral
  • HERC
  • Indeed
  • Job Fair
  • Lincoln Journal Star
  • Linkedin
  • Omaha World Herald
  • UNMC Job Site
  • Facebook
  • NEWorks
  • Handshake
  • Other
• * If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Within the past 6 months, have you been affected by a reduction in force or grant funding expiration with the University of Nebraska Medical Center?
  • Yes
  • No

Individuals who need accommodation during the online application or interview process may contact 402-559-4070 or [e-mail] to request an accommodation.