Manager, Laboratory Research
About The Position
The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB), Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health (CVD) brings together more than four decades of innovative and life-saving research on vaccines and infectious diseases. As an organized research center within the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM), CVD comprises a multi-disciplinary team of faculty and staff whose primary mission is to develop, evaluate, and implement vaccines and other interventions to reduce illness and mortality domestically and in less developed countries. The CVD is seeking a Laboratory Research Manager to join our Applied Immunology Laboratory. Benefits (Exempt Regular): UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job). UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry or field of study related to the research of the laboratory.
- Six (6) years of experience working in a research laboratory setting that includes four (4) years in the relevant research specialization.
- Two (2) years of direct supervision or responsibility for training, work coordination, and monitoring the work of others.
- Thorough knowledge of position requirements.
- Thorough knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws.
- Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems.
- Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts.
- Ability to support a mission and strategic vision.
- Instructional, training, and teambuilding skills to strengthen and cultivate relationships.
- Skill in consultation and change management.
- Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.
Responsibilities
- Provide the highest technical expertise, independently leading research projects involving measurement of immune responses.
- Knowledge/expertise in immunological assays, including assay development, optimization, qualification, and validation, adhering to good laboratory practices, FDA, NIH, and ICH guidelines.
- Develop, write, and implement SOPs, Assay Development, Qualification, and Validation Plans and Reports.
- Design and execute experimental plans, ensuring alignment with project goals, timelines, and regulatory expectations.
- Highly motivated, organized, and project-oriented individual who can manage multiple concurrent projects, prioritize competing deadlines, and maintain clear, timely communication with cross functional teams and collaborators.
- Compile, analyze, and interpret research data using various relevant computer software applications.
- Perform rigorous quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) of experimental data, with the ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve assay-related issues or deviations.
- Perform and oversee a range of laboratory techniques, including multiplex binding assays (Luminex and MSD, ELISA, tissue culture, and functional assays relevant for respiratory and enteric infections, cell isolation, cell culture and flow cytometry.
- Train, mentor, and guide lab technicians and junior staff.
- Provide oversight for safety, compliance, and research standards.
- Contribute to lab meetings. strategy sessions, and scientific discussions to support innovation and continuous improvement.
Benefits
- UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of.
- This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire.
- Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance
- professional learning and development programs
- tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school
- flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
