Laboratory Manager

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary:

Job title: Laboratory Manager

Work Location: 417 Main St. Gloucester, MA 01930

Division/Department: Research

Reports to: Science Director

Full-time X

Part-time

Exempt X

Non-exempt

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage the daily operations and overall safety of GMGIs research facility and contribute to growth plans for expanded laboratory space, equipment, and research capabilities.

Operations:

Implement and enforce laboratory operation policies to support research with the highest standards of quality, reproducibility, and safety

Maintain laboratory equipment and oversee service contracts and equipment repairs

Train personnel on the proper use of equipment

Maintain laboratory supplies and inventory; place and receive orders for supplies and equipment; manage payments with office personnel, and track spending related to lab management

Serve as the main contact for equipment and supply vendors

Coordinate biological and hazardous waste removal and maintain product recycling programs

Assist with shipping related to research projects

Oversee the operation of GMGIs seawater facility

Lead efforts to establish the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC)

Organize required lab inspections by local, state, and federal agencies

Assist with space planning for research labs and equipment as GMGI grows

Contribute to capital grants to raise funds for new equipment and lab build out

Identify opportunities to increase efficiency and sustainability of the lab environment

Safety:

Develop and implement lab safety protocols and procedures in compliance with local, state and federal regulations and train personnel according to these standards

Lead institutional safety committee, organize quarterly meetings and maintain meeting minutes

Record, maintain, and investigate laboratory incidents and contact OSHA after the occurrence of a mandatory reporting event

Regularly inspect safety features (e.g. eye wash stations, safety showers, fire extinguisher)

Annually review Biosafety Manual (and update if required)

Annually review Chemical Hygiene Plan (and update if required)

Maintain an accurate chemical inventory and all safety data sheets (SDS) physically and digitally.

Maintain current RCRA Training (required annually)

Maintain current DOT awareness training (required every 3 years)

Lead the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) and act as the liaison between GMGI and the Gloucester Board of Health

Contribute to GMGIs ongoing research activities and research-related administrative duties as time permits.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

Bachelors degree, or equivalent experience, in Biology, Biotechnology, or related field

Knowledge of good laboratory practice and two or more years of lab operations experience

Knowledge of laboratory safety policies and procedures

Knowledge of IACUC guidelines and regulations

Knowledge of standard molecular biology procedures and equipment (e.g. DNA sequencers, thermocyclers, robotic workstation, bioanalyzer, spectrometer, fluorescent microscope)

Knowledge of aquaria maintenance is desired

Other Requirements:

Excellent communication skills and ability to provide effective technical instruction to members of staff

Excellent organization skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Excellent writing and documentation skills

Capable of working in a start-up environment, with work changing to adapt to needs

Enthusiasm and commitment to GMGIs mission for science and education

Self-starting, independent, creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs