Research Associate, Biology
About The Position
We are seeking an exceptional Laboratory Manager to support a collaborative research environment spanning three active academic laboratories: the Bisson, Limoli, and van Kessel labs. This joint position offers a unique opportunity to work at the center of multiple research programs, helping coordinate operations, people, and resources across a diverse and high-performing scientific team. The Research Associate will support the operational, administrative, and organizational needs of three jointly managed research laboratories. This role is centered on coordination—ensuring that scheduling, communication, logistics, and resource management are aligned across labs. The position is ideal for a candidate who excels in managing complex systems, tracking multiple workflows, and supporting a dynamic research environment through strong organizational practices.
Requirements
- Exceptional Laboratory Manager to support a collaborative research environment
- Support operational, administrative, and organizational needs of three jointly managed research laboratories
- Centered on coordination—ensuring that scheduling, communication, logistics, and resource management are aligned across labs
- Ideal for a candidate who excels in managing complex systems, tracking multiple workflows, and supporting a dynamic research environment through strong organizational practices
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain organized systems for lab operations, including shared documents, calendars, and communication platforms
- Ensure continuity and consistency in workflows across labs
- Track tasks, deadlines, and responsibilities to support efficient lab functioning
- Serve as the central liaison between labs and university administrative units (e.g., procurement, facilities, and safety offices)
- Coordinate purchasing processes, including non-standard orders and vendor interactions
- Track inventory levels and ensure availability of lab supplies
- Monitor standing orders, service agreements, and software licenses
- Maintain organized records of purchases, shipments, and equipment servicing
- Coordinate lab meetings and events
- Maintain and manage calendars, room reservations, and scheduling systems
- Organize retreats, seminars, and lab-wide events, including logistics and communications
- Coordinate travel arrangements, reimbursements, and financial tracking for lab-related activities
- Manage onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring completion of required steps and access to resources
- Coordinate schedules and logistics for visiting scholars and job candidates
- Provide organizational support to lab members and facilitate clear communication across groups
- Assist in resolving logistical challenges and maintaining a collaborative environment
- Coordinate safety protocols, inspections, and required documentation
- Organize equipment maintenance, service scheduling, and lab upkeep activities
- Maintain records related to lab operations, safety compliance, and shared resources
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
