Laboratory Manager, Chemistry and Chemical Biology (fixed-term)

Stevens Institute of Technology•Hoboken, NJ

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Working under the supervision of the Department Chair of Chemistry and Chemical Biology, the Laboratory Manager is responsible for managing and executing the operations and instruction of lab facilities used in the undergraduate and graduate chemistry and chemical biology education courses and providing needed support for the chemistry and chemical biology faculty research lab facilities. The Laboratory Manager will work closely with the associate department chairs and faculty members for the lab facilities to fulfill their role as part of an educational resource and research capabilities to the department. The Laboratory Manager acts as a bridge between faculty, staff, and students to ensure top-level performance, safety, and innovation within all laboratory environments. This is a fixed-term position, up to 35 hours per week, with an anticipated end date of June 30, 2027. This position will be four (4) days on campus and one (1) day working from home. The current on campus days are Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.

Requirements

Master’s degree in biology or chemical biology discipline
Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in an undergraduate and/or graduate biology lab-based setting
Proven leader with impeccable organizational skills, a healthy sense of urgency, and a strong track record of multitasking and timely problem-solving.
Clear verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to work one-on-one with students effectively.
Ability to collaborate and interact with faculty, students, and staff in a collegial and professional manner.
Demonstrate capacity, skill, and willingness to engage students and contribute to student success.
Strong knowledge of general lab safety and operations, and proactive in following up on contracts, orders, and safety protocols.
Ability to partner with leadership to achieve the goals of the department’s strategic plan for offered academic programs.
Strong fiscal responsibility in managing budgets within a resource-restricted environment.

Nice To Haves

Doctoral degree
Minimum of 5 years of experience

Responsibilities

Manage the day-to-day operations of biology teaching and research labs including, but not limited to: Purchasing, organizing, and setting up course materials, reagents, and equipment, as well as coordinating seamlessly with instructors and Teaching Assistants (TAs) to execute lab transitions and student research.
Overseeing the distribution and return of gas containers.
Partner with faculty to develop and pilot modern, cost-effective teaching methods for large-enrollment biology lab courses, aligning course content with the department's strategic vision.
Simplify experimental procedures for first-year students, assess learning outcomes to improve practices, and implement digital tools like Electronic Lab Notebooks (ELNs) and Benchling to modernize data collection and reagent organization.
Act as the visible leader of a "safety first" culture, collaborating with the Office of Environmental Health and Safety to ensure compliance and conduct annual safety training for instructional staff.
Coordinate with campus facilities regarding day-to-time maintenance, emergency responses, and modernization projects, while assisting with annual capital asset inventories and safety inspections.