Shared Resource Lab Manager

Duke Careers; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 69,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Duke University invites applications for a High-Containment Facility Manager within the DHVI at the Duke Human Vaccine Institute. This role oversees daily operations of the BSL-3 laboratory, ensures SOP compliance, leads training, budgeting, and program development to support infectious disease research.

Qualified candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in biology or related field and 5–7 years of related experience, with strong biosafety and project-management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, microbiology, virology, or related scientific field.
• 5–7 years of related experience in high containment or biosafety facilities.
• Strong communication and writing skills for safety documentation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain efficient day-to-day operations of the high containment laboratory facility.
• Train research staff to utilize the BSL-3 facility and ensure SOP compliance.
• Direct supervision of safety and facility staff; manage access and scheduling.

Skills

Biosafety expertise

BSL-3 compliance

Facilities management

Supply chain & logistics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology/microbiology/virology/related field

Job description

School of Medicine Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation's top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusive community of outstanding learners, investigators, clinicians, and staff where interdisciplinary collaboration is embraced and great ideas accelerate translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe. Composed of more than 2,600 faculty physicians and researchers, nearly 2,000 students, and more than 6,200 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, and Duke University Health System comprise Duke Health, a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Health Integrated Practice, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home Care and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.

High-Containment Facility Manager

Regional Biocontainment Laboratory (RBL) – Duke Human Vaccine Institute

Be You.

Position Overview:

The Duke Human Vaccine Institute (DHVI) is a multidisciplinary research organization within the Duke University School of Medicine dedicated to advancing basic, translational, and clinical research aimed at developing innovative vaccines, therapeutics, and diagnostic tools for infectious diseases that affect global health. The Duke Regional Biocontainment Laboratory (RBL), a division of DHVI, provides secure Biosafety Level 3 (BSL-3) laboratory facilities and support services for infectious disease research conducted on both Duke’s main research campus and its Research Triangle Park (RTP) campus.

Bachelor’s degree in biology, microbiology, virology, or related scientific field. 5 to 7 years of related experience.

Ability to communicate clearly in oral and written form. Ability to work with information systems, automated and technical equipment, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience

The successful applicant must be eligible for and willing to:

• Work with hazardous biological agents handled at BSL-2 and BSL-3
• Work with small animals handled at ABSL-2 and ABSL-3
• Comply with vaccination requirements when necessary
• Successfully complete and maintain US Department of Justice screening for Select Agent registration
• Achieve external certification for independent work at BSL-3

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong background in biosafety, previous BSL-3 compliance monitoring, supply chain and logistics management, and facilities management

• Proficient in technical writing and safety training development and delivery
• Excellent interpersonal skills and experience working with researchers with diverse backgrounds and experiences

Be Bold.

Position Description:

• Maintain efficient day-to-day operations of the assigned high containment laboratory facility including, but not limited to, training new users, compliance monitoring, coordinating research activities of multiple laboratories, resource scheduling and billing
• Train and instruct research staff that will be utilizing the RBL facility. This could include various Duke research laboratories needing to work within a BSL3 facility for safety. Direct day-to-day activities of staff, as well as the project management goals of the facility. Utilize effective project and resource management needed for successful operation and service. Interact with various PIs and research leaders.
• Train and instruct facility maintenance staff to support the BSL-3 facility. This could include staff needing to enter to fix leaks or address alarms within the facility.
• Directly supervise the DHVI Laboratory Safety Officer
• Manage BSL-3 facility access
• Source and maintain an inventory of required safety supplies and laboratory equipment to ensure full compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and meet end user research needs
• Ensure required safety checks and waste removal is fully compliant with relevant SOPs. Coordinate laboratory and equipment decontamination and maintenance with relevant Duke offices/departments (e.g. Engineering and Operations)
• Participate in meetings of the Facility Operations and Core support teams.
• Participate in cost model development, use projections and budgeting for compliant cost recovery
• Participate as a member of the Duke Select Agent Team, along with the RBL Director and the RBL Operations Director. Participate in training personnel who conduct Select Agent research to assure compliance with the Select Agent Final Rule, and with all written Select Agent Plans (Incident Response, Safety, and Security). Participate in Select Agent drills and tabletop exercises • Coordinate incoming/outgoing material transfers with the facility leadership, the Duke Biological Safety Officer/Responsible Official and the Duke Office of Export Controls to ensure full compliance with all local, state and federal regulations
• Help coordinate proper maintenance and testing of critical containment equipment, and document annual BSL3 re-verification efforts
• Help coordinate proper emergency response procedures for the BSL-3 facility; may include responding onsite after hours
• Work to improve/optimize existing SOPs Develop and implement new SOPs; Lead development, optimization, qualification and validation efforts for assays and procedures, as requested by the research sponsor / Facility Director
• Successfully complete the High Containment Special Pathogens Health Review and be cleared by Duke’s Employee Occupational Health and Wellness for work at BSL-3. Must comply with any vaccination and health surveillance requirements for BSL-3 lab entry.
• Prepare use reports, Institutional Biosafety Committee registrations, CDC compliance documents, and grant reports, as needed
• Manage biological and chemical hazardous waste at RTP
• Provide Hazardous Materials Shipping Training and hazardous materials shipping assistance
• Perform other duties as requested by the DHVI Director of Safety

Choose Duke.

Join our award-winning team and be part of an inclusive culture that values excellence, innovation, and discovery. Duke University is consistently ranked among the top universities worldwide and is renowned for its cutting-edge research across disciplines. Beyond the engaging work, you'll also benefit from Duke's competitive benefits package, including health insurance plans, generous paid time off, retirement programs with employer contributions, tuition assistance for employees and their children, and more.

Anticipated Pay Range:

Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $68,883.00 to USD $127,925.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goesbeyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender,gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy- related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built oncollaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Duke aspires to create a community built oncollaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

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