Senior Manager, Materials Engineering Management

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle of Higher Education, Inc. seeks a Senior Manager of Materials Engineering Management to direct and mentor engineers in materials selection, testing, and failure analysis across research and production contexts.

You will lead research strategy, guide laboratory operations, and collaborate with design, manufacturing, QA, and procurement teams. You will oversee safety, training, equipment, and SOP development while managing personnel performance and procurement planning for materials

Qualifications

• Equivalency statement: 1 year of higher education can substitute for 1 year of directly related work experience.
• Senior Manager level: requires bachelor’s (or equivalent) + 8 years or master’s (or equivalent) + 6 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Technical Support & Equipment Oversight: manage shared lab equipment; provide user training; update SOPs; handle billing for equipment usage.
• Advanced Characterization & Research Support: conduct high-level sample characterization; write reports; compare vendor quotes; coordinate with users.
• Instructional and Faculty Support: train TAs and students; maintain teaching equipment; collaborate on equipment use and procurement planning.
• Laboratory Operations & Maintenance: order supplies; maintain inventory; perform maintenance and alignments; coordinate vendor visits.
• Safety & Compliance: maintain safe labs; ensure training; draft SOPs; manage hazardous waste disposal.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Materials Science

Job description

Senior Manager, Materials Engineering Management

Job Summary

Direct/Manage/Supervise engineers in the selection, qualification, testing, and failure analysis of materials and processes. Oversees research and strategy development regarding material technologies for various applications and production processes. Lead training and development for engineering staff on material-related trends and topics. Collaborate cross-functionally with design engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, and procurement teams to provide materials guidance and expertise. May specialize in polymer, metallurgical, ceramics, or other types of materials. Second-level manager. Manage the activities of first-level managers and/or supervisors. Responsible for hiring, firing, performance appraisals, and pay reviews. Broad knowledge of the field with proven leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Technical Support & Equipment Oversight: Manage shared laboratory equipment in the MSE department, Materials Characterization Lab (MCL), SMART, and Crus Center facilities, including SEM, XRD, BET, MLA, UV/Vis, TGA/DSC, ICP-MS, electrokinetic analyzer, 3D printers, furnaces, crushing and grinding equipment, solution extraction and separation equipment, and autonomous laboratory equipment. Provide user training, develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs), process samples for internal and external clients, and handle billing for equipment usage.


• Advanced Characterization & Research Support: Conduct high-level sample characterization and coordinate multi-technique analytical projects. Write technical reports summarizing results and project outcomes for clients. Collect, compare, and synthesize vendor quotes for equipment purchases and service contracts. Interact professionally with internal and external users and work to meet associated research needs.


• Instructional and Faculty Support: Support instructional labs by training TAs, students, and technicians operating in the center, preparing demonstrations, and maintaining teaching equipment. Collaborate with faculty on shared equipment use, potential donations, and long-term procurement planning.


• Laboratory Operations & Maintenance: Order supplies (e.g., gloves, gases) and maintain an updated chemical inventory. Oversee general housekeeping and lab upkeep. Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and basic repairs on instruments, including alignment, calibration, and component replacement. Coordinate vendor service visits and oversee contract maintenance.


• Safety & Compliance: Maintain a safe and compliant work environment in the MCL and Crus Center. Ensure all lab users complete required university EHS training and equipment-specific training. Develop, implement, and enforce safe laboratory procedures. Work with students and researchers to establish best practices and assist in drafting SOPs. Properly manage and dispose of hazardous waste.

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:

• Senior Manager, Research Science: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 8 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 6 years of directly related work experience.

Job Details

• Job Requisition: PRN45481B


• Full Time or Part Time: Full Time


• Work Schedule Summary: Monday - Friday 8-5pm


• Department: 00067 - Material Science and Engineer


• Location: Campus


• Pay Rate Range: 70,000-120,000


• Close Date: 11/30/2026