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Laboratory Manager
Job Description
Posting Number
PG192594EPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Laboratory ManagerAnticipated Hiring Range
$47,000 - $50,000Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8am -5pmJob Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
Poultry ScienceAbout the Department
The main purpose of Prestage Department of Poultry Science is to support the North Carolina poultry industry research, teaching, and extension activities. Poultry is the largest income-producing commodity in the state, and Prestage Department of Poultry Science works hand in hand with the different producers, commodity organizations, allied industries, and other state agencies in educating and distributing information gleaned from research and extension activities at the university level. The Department conducts research and extension projects in physiology, biotechnology, microbiology, nutrition, toxicology, genetics and management with the ultimate goal to improve the production and wholesomeness of poultry as a food product.
Essential Job Duties
The primary duties of the Prestage Department of Poultry Science Health and Nutrition Laboratory Manager is to manage the day-to-day research operations of the Prestage Family Laboratory in Turkey Immunology and Health, and shared laboratory spaces within the Prestage Department of Poultry Science physiology core. A successful candidate will maintain a clean and organized lab environment, perform equipment maintenance, ensuring safe operations of laboratory facilities in the department, assist researchers in experimental plan execution, complete annual equipment inventory, and perhaps work as the Scott Hall building liaison for contact between the department and facilities in matters of building concerns.
This position may also assist PIs to supervise undergraduate and graduate student research and the use of laboratory equipment. This individual will be responsible for ensuring the overall safety of the lab spaces, coordinating across groups to implement the lab safety plans and good laboratory practice while regularly interacting faculty, staff, students, and departmental farm staff to maintain smooth operation of the laboratory.
This position may also assist PIs to supervise undergraduate and graduate student research and the use of laboratory equipment. This individual will be responsible for ensuring the overall safety of the lab spaces, coordinating across groups to implement the lab safety plans and good laboratory practice while regularly interacting faculty, staff, students, and departmental farm staff to maintain smooth operation of the laboratory.
Primary responsibilities include lab inventory and supply maintenance, coordinating experiment calendars, feed orders, chemical and biohazard safety protocol implementation, and prepare lab safety protocols.
Other Responsibilities
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and Experience
- Requires Master’s or bachelor’s degree in a life science discipline with specialized experience. Alternative or equivalent professional training and experience may be substituted for an advanced degree on an exceptional basis.
- At least 3 years of experience working in a laboratory or clinical setting.
Other Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills, must be able to work effectively among leadership, technical staff, external partners, etc.
- A background in scientific principles of modern laboratory instrumentation.
- Grounded in basic principles of good laboratory practice (including proper personal protective equipment and appropriate safety protocols).
- Familiarity with computer operating systems (e.g. Microsoft Windows).
Preferred Qualifications
- B.S. in animal or poultry sciences.
- Experience as a laboratory manager in either an academic or industry/clinical setting.
- Continuing education on various laboratory techniques and skills via typical vendor training, lectures, and webinars.
- Demonstrated interest in continually improving processes and operations.
- Critical thinker who has a proclivity for troubleshooting and problem-solving.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Valid NC driver’s license within 60 days of hire.
Valid NC Driver's License required
YesCommercial Driver's License required
NoJob Open Date
05/19/2023Anticipated Close Date
Open Until FilledSpecial Instructions to Applicants
Please attach a Cover Letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three (3) professional references.
Position Number
00110118Position Type
EHRA Non-FacultyFull Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.0Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Mandatory - Medical EmergenciesIs this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies?
NoDepartment ID
111901 - Poultry ScienceAA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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