POSITION OBJECTIVE 

Working under limited supervision, the lab manager will ensure that the laboratory operates smoothly by coordinating laboratory/ research activities. Duties include scheduling staff, reordering supplies, maintaining all security protocols and standards, and working with students and principal investigators to maintain operation of advanced research equipment. The manager must utilize managerial skills and lab safety and operational know-how to ensure laboratories are safe and continue to operate efficiently. The lab manager will take responsibility for all aspects of the lab, which includes tracking and monitoring equipment, watching out for employees, monitoring and replenishing supplies, software security, and documentation of events. They will have sufficient technical knowledge to facilitate operations and maintenance of equipment. Additionally, the lab manager may train lab technicians and assistants on the correct use of equipment. The lab manager will ensure laboratory personnel follow industry standards and safety regulations for the handling and disposal of test samples. The manager will maintain a schedule for lab equipment use by laboratory personnel and is responsible for purchasing lab supplies and/or preparing an ordering list. The lab manager may be tasked with handling security documents and ensuring all information and data collected in the lab is kept safe. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

1. Design, implement, and oversee the laboratory's quality management program. Evaluate adequacy of techniques, study and test new procedures and analyze data. (20%)
2. Implement policies and procedures as relates to HFI laboratory operations. Devise new protocols and techniques for projects. (20%)

3. Establish and maintain all laboratory records in accordance with specifications. (15%)

    

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. May monitor laboratory budget. Oversee inventory and ensure supplies are available as required for lab sessions. (10%)
2. Coordinate on-site training for new and existing staff members. (5%)
3. Coordinate and train new users on various laboratory equipment. (5%)
4. Ensure communication of laboratory data and appropriate result reporting. (5%)
5. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and system regulations to provide a safe operating environment. (5%)
6. Ensure compliance with all university policy procedures in the laboratory. (5%)
7. Recommend measures to improve testing procedures, use of equipment, and needs for new equipment. (5%)

8. Perform other duties as assigned (5%)

    

CONTACTS 

Department: Regular contact with staff regarding the daily operations of the lab. 

University: Infrequent contact with other university departments to ensure compliance with regulations and procedures. 

External: Infrequent contact with external constituents to provide informational updates as necessary. 

Students: Daily contact with students regarding the day-to-day operations of the lab. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

May supervise students and technicians.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: 3 to 5 years of experience in a laboratory environment.

Education: A bachelor's degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or engineering or equivalent experience is highly preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within computer engineering, electrical engineering, and/or computer science. 

Demonstrate initiative and attention to detail.

A leader, critical thinker, and problem solver.

Fluency in statistics, spreadsheets, budget planning, cost analysis, and computing.

Demonstrated time management skills.

Ability to collaborate with ot