Laboratory Manager - Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology
University of Illinois

Job Info

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Laboratory Manager - Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology

Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology

Job Summary
The Laboratory Manager will have responsibility for several functions required for day-to-day operation of the Maren Neuroscience Research Lab and support for graduate students, postdocs, and the PI. These responsibilities will include ordering, supply inventory, record keeping, inspections and compliance.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manages all laboratory activities including onboarding and scheduling undergraduate student researchers, maintaining shared laboratory calendars, grants management, and purchasing, compliance, and scheduling equipment service and repair.
• Inventory: manages selecting, purchasing, storing and allocating laboratory equipment and supplies
• Compliance and inspections: oversees safety and security of lab facilities, including knowledge of and management of IACUC, DRS, and biosafety protocols, and laboratory inspections
• Liaison to units and HR to manage undergraduate and graduate student appointments as well as other personnel matters.
• Transgenic rat colony management: Maintain records on colony lineage, set up breeding pairs and monitor pregnancy status, weaning, ear tagging, and genotyping (tail digestion, PCR, gel electrophor)

Additional Physical Demands
Job requires entry and work within BSL1 laboratory spaces.

Minimum Qualifications

1. A. Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline closely related to the position
AND
two (2) years (24 months) of work experience in a laboratory or similar setting closely related to the position

OR

B. Total of five (5) years (60 months) of any combination of education in a scientific discipline and/or work experience in a laboratory or similar setting related to the position.

2. One (1) year (12 months) of supervisory and/or administrative experience.

NOTE: A Master's Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Competence with standard business software and web applications in a laboratory setting

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 2408 - Laboratory Manager position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after February 21, 2025. The salary range for this position is $46,547-$65,000 per year. Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints.

Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on January 31, 2025. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Beckman HR at hr@beckman.illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .

Requisition ID: 1028793
Job Category: Research
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu

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