Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Cell Cultures, Data Analysis, Dental Insurance, Environmental Compliance, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Experiment Design, Health Plan, Identify Issues, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Management, Laboratory Operations, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance Services, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management, Order Supplies, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Proteomics, Publications, Purchasing/Procurement, Real-time PCR (qPCR), Record Keeping, Regulations, Safety Compliance, Safety/Work Safety, Time Management
Classification Title: OPS Lab Manager
Classification Minimum Requirements:
Has more than two years of experience in biological research.
Master basic biological/biochemistry experiment skills, including but limited to cell culture, RT-qPCR, WB, IF.
Responsibilities:
- General lab management including ordering supplies and fiscal record keeping
- Ensuring lab compliance with environmental health and safety and all other regulatory standards, including regulatory paperwork
- Curation of laboratory data and biological material
- Operating laboratory tools and equipment, collecting/organizing/presenting data, and working with the PI and other lab members to insure timely publication of the data
- Conducting experiments designed by the laboratory PI and assisting with experimental design
- Preparing data for presentation at biweekly lab meetings
- Training other lab members at the bench and assisting with their experiments
- Data analysis, presentation, and management
- Preparing posters/talks for presentation at local, national, and international scientific meetings
- Maintenance of laboratory supplies
- Interacting with vendors and service providers on equipment purchases, repairs and service contracts
- Receiving and properly handling laboratory reagents
- Proper maintenance and basic trouble-shooting of scientific equipment
Expected Salary: $17.00 - $25.00/hour
Benefits:
The University of Florida offers low-cost State Health plans, a number of Dental plans to fit you and your family's needs, and Vision. Build your retirement with the FICA Alternative Plan and a host of voluntary add-ons, such as 457 deferred compensation and 403(b) plans. Optional insurance plans such as life, disability, legal and accident insurance are also available.
UF Employees are also eligible for the GatorPerks discount program, which provides big savings at various businesses and retailers! Explore UF's benefit options here: OPS Benefits
Required Qualifications:
Has more than two years of experience in biological research.
Master basic biological/biochemistry experiment skills including but limited to cell culture, RT-qPCR, WB, IF.
Responsible, kind, and plan to stay in the lab full-time for at least one or two years.
Preferred:
- Has background or experience related in bioengineering or mechanical engineering.
- Has experience in 3D or microfluidic cell culture, RNA-seq, and Proteomics.
- Has experience in animal studies, such as mice, rat, and rabbit, related to dentistry.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
This is a time-limited position.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required: Yes