Lab Manager, Pronobis Lab

University of Denver•Denver, CO

3d•$59,000 - $65,000

About The Position

The Pronobis Lab in the Department of Biology at the University of Denver is seeking a highly motivated Lab Manager / Zebrafish Facility Manager with a Master’s degree in Biology or related field. The successful candidate will manage daily operations of a zebrafish research facility and support research focused on heart regeneration in adult zebrafish. This role requires strong organizational skills, experience with aquatic systems, and the ability to work collaboratively across research teams.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Developmental Biology, or related field.
Experience with zebrafish husbandry and aquatic facility maintenance preferred.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a dynamic research environment.
Familiarity with basic lab techniques and safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing laboratory facilities.
Animal care certification or experience with IACUC compliance.
Basic molecular biology or microscopy experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee the zebrafish facility, including husbandry, breeding, record keeping, and health monitoring.
Maintain facility equipment and supplies; coordinate repairs and preventative maintenance.
Support research experiments, including fish line management, crosses, injections, and sample collection.
Train and supervise undergraduate and graduate researchers in zebrafish techniques.
Implement and enforce facility safety and animal care protocols.
Manage general lab operations: ordering supplies, inventory management, coordinating facility space, waste disposal, and compliance.
Collaborate with researchers to optimize protocols and troubleshoot experimental challenges.
Maintain accurate documentation for animal use protocols and facility records.