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Position Summary:

The College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University seeks scholars who are committed to supporting the learning needs of students from diverse backgrounds and to engaging communities underrepresented in higher education. Florida Atlantic University is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. Florida Atlantic University embodies a culture of strategic and collaborative community engagement that results in mutual benefit to the institution and the diverse internal and external communities that it serves.

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Research Lab Manager - Boca Raton, FL.

This position will oversee and ensure successful and efficient operations of the research lab, conduct and supervise specific research projects, perform experiments, collect and analyze data, and contribute to the publication of results.

Directly accountable to the Principal Investigator, the Research Lab Manager:

• Independently conducts research experiments related to a specific research project for which the research coordinator is responsible. Demonstrates knowledge of technical and complex research procedures.

• Collects, summarizes, records, and interprets data obtained from experiments. Reduces experimental results to publishable format.  Contributes to the writing and/or editing of manuscripts and grants. Participates in laboratory meetings by presenting results and discussing the results of others.

• Plans subsequent work with the approval of the principal investigator. Conducts in-depth literature searches to establish methods of problem-solving. Establishes develops and evaluates specialized experimental protocols in the lab including troubleshooting, optimization, and quality control.

• Manages laboratory staff by recruiting, orienting, and training employees.  Instructs students, postdoctoral fellows, and other employees in laboratory procedures.  Serves as a mentor and technical resource to ensure the quality of research performed in the lab.

• Ensures laboratory compliance with EHS, IACUC, IBC, and other University policies.  Responsible for protocol and SOP development and maintenance. Acts as a liaison between the principal investigator and regulatory officials. Maintains documents and training records.

• Oversees day-to-day laboratory operations.  Performs and supervises the ordering of supplies, equipment, and services.  Maintains detailed records of transactions in order to comply with budget objectives.  Responsible for lab organization and cleanliness.  Operates maintains and performs troubleshooting and maintenance procedures on complex laboratory equipment. 

• Animal management.  Responsible for the maintenance of swine.  Partners with Comparative Medicine staff to ensure the availability of animals for experiments. Performs and supervises animal inventory and recordkeeping. 

• Contributes expertise in purchasing decisions related to shared equipment for the College of Medicine investigators.  Train users on shared equipment as needed.

• Presents information on research activities and specific techniques to FAU leadership and special guests visiting the College of Medicine.   

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

FAU Benefits and Perks:
If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.

• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.

• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

• Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee_relations/flexwork.php

• Sick Leave Pool Program

• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion)

• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/files/COMMUNITY_ENGAGEMENT_VOLUNTEER_LEAVE4-2015.pdf

• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization from an accredited institution and two years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of appropriate experience required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel required.
Experience with research-based laboratory management highly preferred.
Experience with directing, managing, implementing, and evaluating department operations preferred.
Significant knowledge of animal facilities operations and/or their coordination with research labs preferred.
Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of faculty, staff, and students.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, time management and organizational skills are essential for success in this position.

Salary:

$60,000 - $65,000 per year

College or Department:

College of Medicine

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. including some evenings and weekends as needed.

Application Deadline:

2022-12-04-08:00

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.
Successful completion of a background check, which may include a motor vehicle check, credit check, fingerprinting or additional screening, is required for the selected candidate prior to the start date.
A resume and a cover letter are required for this position. Make sure to attach these required documents in the Attachments section of the application. Any missing required documents will result in disqualification.
Eligible for flex scheduling at the discretion of the supervisor.