MGR, Operations-Department of Neurosurgery-RNA Lab

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

1d•$81,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position manages the day-to-day research laboratory operations in collaboration with the Research and Development Manager and Principal Investigators. The role involves leading the development and implementation of new laboratory protocols, managing laboratory equipment and supplies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and preparing and managing budgets. Additionally, the position involves staff supervision and coordination of laboratory activities, including training and evaluating personnel, developing schedules, and implementing a comprehensive laboratory safety program.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and three years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must be able to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field
3+ years of related experience in a laboratory setting
Working understanding of Gene and Cell Therapy concepts
Experience with clean room work and experience with mammalian cell culture and virology
Detail-oriented
Strong organizational skills

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day research laboratory operations in collaboration with the Research and Development Manager and Principal Investigators.
Lead the development and implementation of new laboratory protocols, in collaboration with the Research and Development Manager and principal Investigators.
Manage laboratory equipment and supplies, including purchase, installation, calibration, maintenance, and lifecycle replacement.
Ensure equipment specifications meet safety and operational requirements and update related procedures/SOPs as needed.
Partner with research teams to transition new experimental protocols into routine laboratory use, including documenting and issuing standard protocols and related materials.
Store and track sensitive scientific materials and instruments in accordance with safety regulations and institutional policies.
Ensure all equipment meets operational and safety specifications and coordinate work orders for specialized or modified Equipment and update related procedures/SOPs as needed.
Manage reagents, consumables, and raw materials for research activities, including vendor selection, purchasing, and inventory control.
Maintain material specifications and safety documentation per current SOPs.
Develop and maintain a comprehensive, locatable inventory system for freezers and refrigerators, ensuring material specifications and safety documentation are current.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations related to hazardous waste disposal and the handling of biological and chemical materials.
Evaluate new laboratory products and technologies, compare vendors, and collaborate with the Research and Development Manager to negotiate pricing and optimize resource utilization.
Develop and maintain laboratory procedures that standardize operations and support reproducibility and safety.
Prepare and manage budgets for laboratory supplies, equipment, and services, ensuring efficient and compliant use of resources.
Set up a SORTLY consumable and reagent inventory system and coordinate this with the Lab Administrator.
Coordinate machine shop work orders for special or modified equipment needs, ensuring specifications meet research requirements.
Train, help supervise new undergraduate volunteers, and graduate students with the Research and Development Manager.
Supervise and train undergraduate Volunteers in pipetting, cell culture techniques, and use the biosafety cabinet appropriately.
Evaluate research laboratory personnel in accordance with applicable SOPs and quality control/quality assurance QC/QA standards for LPA and ttRNA production for preclinical work in a research setting.
Develop and implement monthly and annual laboratory operations schedules in coordination with the Research and Development Manager and Principal Investigators.
Implement and maintain a comprehensive laboratory safety program covering all laboratory spaces, specialized equipment, and hazardous material storage areas.
Monitor quality control systems and performance metrics to ensure operational effectiveness and efficiency.
Train staff on quality control and analytical procedures to support reliable research outcomes.
Stay current with best practices by reviewing relevant studies, technological advancements, and regulatory standards and trends.