Laboratory Manager

Note: This is a 1 year fixed term position.
Department of Bioengineering Stanford Bioengineering is a dynamic and rapidly growing department within Stanford’s School of Engineering and School of Medicine.
For more than a decade, we have sought to advance bioengineering as a fundamental engineering discipline grounded in basic sciences and powered by a unique set of engineering concepts and principles, capable of realizing many diverse applications.
Our community ranges broadly and includes some of the world's most successful leaders in bioengineering technology and business.
Our staff are critical to supporting our organization’s goals and enabling our ongoing mission to conduct cutting-edge research, educate the next generation of leaders and scientists, and continue to formulate innovative solutions to global challenges.
The Covert Lab at Stanford Bioengineering The Covert Lab is seeking a Laboratory Manager for a one year, fixed term position to help drive research on engineering cells for health and environmental applications.
In this role you will help provide leadership through management of day-to-day laboratory operations including oversight of research inventory, lab equipment, and health and safety protocols.
In addition, this role will work independently to execute research experiments alongside lab faculty and students.
You will have the opportunity to train students and research collaborators and troubleshoot experiments to contribute directly to our research.
Importantly, by being involved in these projects, you can have the chance to have your work published! If this sounds like it is a good fit for you, bring your skills and talent to join our team! Your responsibilities include: Design research approaches for a major portion of research project(s), including background research, experimental design and execution, problem solving, and writing up for publication.
Develop new protocols; test and evaluate a variety of approaches.
Conduct complex (lab and/or field) experiments and maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes; analyze and interpret research data resulting from original procedures and methods.
Assist with new research proposals and applications for funding and grants.
Prepare periodic progress reports or written reports on all phases of the research project.
Lead or participate in multidisciplinary teams across different faculties or schools.
Contribute substantively to the preparation of papers for publication, especially in the results section.
May be a co-author on publications.
Present ongoing work and findings to colleagues at academic conferences.
Oversee supply and equipment budget under minimal supervision of principal investigator or business manager.
Work with health and safety department to ensure lab complies with regulations and all required trainings.
Formally supervise and train new staff or students as needed, including hiring, performance management, and related duties.
Provide instruction on techniques and consultation on project work.
*Other duties as assigned Education and Experience (Required): Bachelor's degree in related scientific field and two years of relevant work experience; or Master’s degree in a related scientific field.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Required): Comprehensive understanding of scientific principles.
General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs, databases, and scientific applications.
Strong analytical skills and excellent judgment.
Ability to maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes.
Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance is essential.
Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to accurately complete detailed work.
Developing project management skills.
Education and Experience (Desired): At least one direct experience in a wet lab environment.
Physical Requirements*: Frequently stand, walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat, grasp lightly, use fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, perform desk-based computer tasks, use telephone, write by hand, lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing over 40 pounds.
Occasionally sit, kneel, crawl, reach and work above shoulders, sort and file paperwork or parts.
Rarely climb, scrub, sweep, mop, chop and mix or operate hand and foot controls.
Must have correctible vision to perform duties of the job.
Ability to bend, squat, kneel, stand, reach above shoulder level, and move on hard surfaces for up to eight hours.
Ability to lift heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in a dusty, dirty, and odorous environment.
Position may require repetitive motion.
- *Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.
Working Conditions: May require working in close proximity to blood borne pathogens.
Requires work in an environment where animals are used for teaching and research.
Position may at times require the employee to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are present.
Employee must perform tasks that require the use of personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses and shoes, protective clothing and gloves, and possibly a respirator.
May require extended or unusual work hours based on research requirements and business needs.
Work Standards: Promote Culture of Belonging, Equity and Inclusion: Demonstrates a commitment to treat all coworkers with respect, that everyone is different and brings a unique perspective that they can learn from.
Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, https://adminguide.
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Pay Range: The expected pay range for this position is $81,000 to $106,000 per annum.
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The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.
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Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.
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