Laboratory Manager

Arizona State University•Tempe, AZ

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Keiser Lab in the School of Life Sciences at Arizona State University is seeking a highly motivated and organized Laboratory Manager to oversee day-to-day laboratory operations and support ongoing neuroscience research. Our lab investigates molecular and circuit-level mechanisms underlying brain function and behavior using mouse models, molecular biology approaches, and behavioral neuroscience techniques.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Comfort and willingness to work with mice (handling, basic husbandry, or related experience required)
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team
Excellent communication skills and a proactive, problem-solving mindset
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and prioritize tasks in a dynamic research environment

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience, Biology, Molecular Biology, Psychology, or a related field
Prior experience working in a wet lab environment
Experience with mouse colony management and/or in vivo research
Molecular biology skills (e.g., PCR, genotyping, cloning, Western blotting, tissue processing)
Experience with behavioral neuroscience assays
Familiarity with neuroscience research concepts or rodent models of brain function and disease
Prior experience training or supervising undergraduate researchers
Interest in developing independent research projects or contributing to manuscript preparation

Responsibilities

Manage laboratory inventory, ordering, receiving, and stocking of supplies and reagents
Maintain organization of lab spaces, equipment, and shared resources
Oversee and maintain the mouse colony, including breeding coordination, genotyping logistics, record keeping, and compliance with institutional guidelines
Ensure compliance with all IACUC and EHS protocols, safety regulations, and institutional policies
Assist with protocol development, updates, and documentation for animal and molecular experiments
Coordinate maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment and liaise with vendors/service engineers
Train and assist lab members (students, technicians, and trainees) in standard lab procedures and animal handling
Support molecular biology and wet lab experiments (e.g., tissue collection, genotyping, PCR, sample preparation)
Assist with behavioral neuroscience experiments and data collection as needed
Maintain accurate records of experiments, protocols, and colony management systems
Foster a collaborative, supportive, and organized lab environment
Contribute to lab meetings, planning discussions, and workflow optimization