Science Lab Operations Manager & Safety Lead

Manhattanville University; Purchase (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Manhattanville University is seeking a Laboratory Manager to oversee the Biology, Chemistry, and Physics labs, ensuring a clean, safe, and well-stocked learning environment. The role will supervise student workers, coordinate lab prep, training, scheduling, and safety compliance under the NSMC Division Chair, with a focus on daily operations and long-term lab improvements.

You will partner with faculty to plan yearly lab schedules, manage purchases, and maintain safety records including SDS

Qualifications

• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee laboratory management for Biology, Chemistry, and Physics programs.
• Supervise and train student employees and undergraduate lab assistants.
• Coordinate lab prep, acquire supplies, and monitor safety in labs.
• Schedule work times, assign tasks, and approve hours for student workers.
• Ensure laboratories are clean, safe, and stocked; manage safety compliance with chemical handling and SDS updates.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Job description

Manhattanville University is seeking a Laboratory Manager to oversee the Biology, Chemistry, and Physics labs, ensuring a clean, safe, and well-stocked learning environment. The role will supervise student workers, coordinate lab prep, training, scheduling, and safety compliance under the NSMC Division Chair, with a focus on daily operations and long-term lab improvements.

You will partner with faculty to plan yearly lab schedules, manage purchases, and maintain safety records including SDS