Research Services Manager

University of Wisconsin Milwaukee•Milwaukee, WI

8d•$60,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The SAILARC Manager oversees efficient and productive operation of SAILARC, which will include support for the Department’s research and teaching objectives and collaborative programs with UWM laboratories and external partners. Principal duties (as defined more specifically below) will include maintaining operational status of all SAILARC instrumentation, training users on instrument operation, techniques, and data analysis, providing analytical services for collaborators, and general laboratory organization and management. The Manager will work with a variety of UWM offices to assure compliance with relevant health, safety, and other requirements. The SAILARC Manager reports to the Department Chair, who may in turn delegate work assignments and oversight to other Department Faculty or Academic Staff.

Requirements

PhD degree in Analytical Chemistry or equivalent with hands-on experience in mass spectrometry.
Demonstrated mathematical, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to independently prioritize work to meet multiple deadlines.
Demonstrated working knowledge of principles of computer operation and terminology, common software packages (MS Office, etc.), and mass spec data analysis software.
Strong written and oral communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, students, and/or industry clients.
High level understanding of laboratory operations and safety principles.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years’ experience in mass spectrometry procedures and instrument maintenance.
Experience managing an analytical core facility.
Demonstrated mechanical understanding and hands-on skills, as applicable to high performance laboratory instrument repair and maintenance.
Ability to safely maneuver and operate pressurized gas cylinders.
Ability and desire to continually upgrade knowledge and skills through independent study and training.
Familiarity with additional software packages (Adobe, SciFinder etc.)