Assistant Lab Manager

In partnership with a Lab Manager, this position is accountable for performing administrative and technical tasks daily in support of the Chen and Acosta-Alvear lab's operational needs and research. Responsibilities include:

• Manage day-to-day activities within the research laboratories, e.g., ensuring adequate supplies are available for routine experimental procedures and essential equipment is operational.
• Implement and optimize procedures in the lab, e.g., stockroom layout, inventory management, and environmental footprint reduction, in collaboration with lab members and support teams.
• Develop and maintain laboratory guidelines, SOPs, and procedure manuals.
• Act as liaison between the lab and the operations team on issues such as fixed asset inventories, receiving, EH&S, and compliance.
• Develop and maintain lab collections and databases.
• Place orders and receive items as needed.
• Prepare media and stock solutions as needed.
• Use the autoclave and dishwasher as needed.
• Oversee Bio Safety Level 2 tissue culture room cleanliness, e.g., monitor and execute incubator sterilization, Bio Safety Cabinet cleaning, and medical waste disposal.
• Expand and bank mammalian cell lines.
• Carry out molecular and cell biology techniques as part of ongoing projects in the lab.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in the Life Sciences or other relevant field.
• A minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience with molecular and cellular biology experimental techniques.
• Solid understanding of underlying scientific principles with the demonstrated ability to learn new laboratory techniques.
• A strong interest in laboratory operations, along with a genuine desire to help and support.
• Strong attention to detail with highly accurate work products.
• Good computer skills, including proficiency with the Mac platform, Microsoft Office Suite, and Google Workplace, with the ability to learn new software applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to interact effectively with a wide variety of people at all levels. Ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a diverse population.
• Ability to use good judgment in responding to inquiries.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work efficiently.
• Ability to be a team player who can work well both as part of a large group and independently.
• Ability to keep accurate records of work performed via Benchling.
• Actively seeks opportunities to increase skills and expertise.

Preferred Qualifications

• Lab management experience.

Salary range: 89,250 - 120,750

Job ID 440

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