Manager Laboratory Programs

JOB REQUIREMENTS: GENERAL DUTIES * Adheres to VBRI, Bio-safety, NRC and OSHA procedures and regulations. * Maintains currency with information relative to the field of research being performed. * May prepare and/or authorize requisitions for ordering supplies and equipment. * Performs other laboratory duties as assigned. * MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES * Organize, supervise, and manage the day-to-day operation of the laboratory. * Manage multiple personnel in the accomplishment of lab goals. * Designs goal-oriented, hypothesis driven research program. * Assists PI in applying for funding from sources outside of VBRI. * Maintains an active scientific publication record. * Participates in and runs laboratory and research meetings. * Communicate with researchers in other laboratories, share ideas and research methodologies to improve the effectiveness of the research. * Oversees development and implementation of lab processes and ensures that lab program benchmarks are successfully attained and communicated in a timely and efficient manner. * Manages evaluation processes; recommends and implements changes for lab enhancement; monitors effectiveness through follow-up evaluation studies. * Assesses programming and recommends changes that will innovate and invigorate lab program including cutting edge developments in the field and changes to better meet lab's goals. * Consults with and advises research program leaders in identifying and defining problems that can be resolved with scientific research that will help guide study design and methods to accomplish the scientific goals of the program/project. * Prepares results and co-authors scientific papers for presentation and publication and disseminates information via publications, seminars, lectures, etc. * Determines goals, objectives, outcome measurements and metrics, financial feasibility, and collaboration opportunities with other internal and external organizations. * Oversees the ongoing development and refinement of the lab program's/projects * Directs actions to consistently high-quality standards across all lab partner programs Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Qualifications Education Master's Degree Master's or M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent degree (e.g. D.Sc.) from an accredited college or university in biology, chemistry or equivalent scientific discipline required Appropriate education and/or experience may be substituted on equivalent basis required Experience 1-3 years of postdoctoral experience required 4-6 years relevant research laboratory experience required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrated ability to independently apply understanding of scientific theory to the structure and execution of research experiments. required Demonstrated ability to interpret and explain the theoretical basis of the work performed. required Ability to perform research procedures independently. required Proficiency in basic and sophisticated tests and procedures required in the scientific field. required Exceptional organizational and communication skills, including scientific writing. required Strong detail orientation and analytical ability. required Excellent problem-solving skills. required Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks and meet deadlines. required Generates clear and complete records of experimental work. required Communicates results of research at meetings required Participates in publication and presentation of research. required Ability to supervise, coordinate and plan the work of several individuals involved in a research project. required Previous supervisory experience, or a proven track record of progressively increasing levels of pertinent administrative experience in a laboratory setting. required Tools and Technology Personal Computer (desk top, lap top, tablet) required General off ce equipment (computer, printer, fax, copy machine) required Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required List other tools and technology required required ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://talentwire.org/hb5SjD Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.