Lab Manager | Northeastern University - Military Veterans

Lab Manager About the Opportunity This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. SUMMARY The Lab Manager will coordinate and oversee the activities of the Jing-Ke Weng lab at Northeastern University, which focuses on diverse plant biochemistry topics related to human health and sustainability. Responsibilities include maintaining lab equipment and workspace in good order, identifying and ordering equipment, managing supply inventory, organizing routine lab meetings, and completing accounting tasks for lab purchases. Coordinates and organizes shared lab resources in collaboration with other labs occupying the same space, as well as with other departments and functional groups at the university related to lab functions. Exercises discretion to work independently under the guidance of the Principal Investigator (PI) or project leads to achieve the lab's overall goals. Major Responsibilities: Consult with the Principal Investigator or other project leads, coordinates and oversees research activities that support the overall goals of a research lab/group (50%); Determine the methods and experimental controls to be used in research, assist in implementing changes in protocols or methods, and assist with training lab personnel on new methodologies (10%); Forecast materials and supply needs for the lab as a whole, order basic lab supplies, assist the purchasing department with servicing and maintaining major lab equipment, and interact with vendors to investigate novel supplies and technology, as needed (20%); Complete routine bookkeeping and accounting tasks for lab purchases. Collaborate with the Principal Investigator or other project leads to monitor and oversee the overall progress of the lab budget (10%); and Oversee lab databases for resources and inventory management, and organize routine lab meetings (10%). Position Type Research Additional Information Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information. Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. To learn more about Northeastern University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity . To apply, visit https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Boston-MA-Main-Campus/Lab-Manager_R130424 Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-46653a7988d3e04e9c55f6515c18e9ed