Laboratory Manager II at University of Pittsburgh Laboratory Manager II at University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Posted in 14 days ago.

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Full-Time Job Description:

Laboratory Manager II Bioengineering - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26005113) The Department of Bioengineering is seeking a Laboratory Manager II for the Batista Lab. The incumbent will maintain a colony of laboratory animals (non-human primates) for a neuroscience research lab. This position has a strong emphasis on hands-on animal work, including daily care, monitoring, and behavioral training of non-human primates. Beyond this, the position involves managing the day-to-day operations of the lab, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.

Primary duties include:

• Provide daily care and monitoring of non-human primates, including feeding, health checks, and maintaining animal welfare standards.
• Perform animal handling, including pole/chair training and behavioral conditioning to prepare animals for experimental procedures.
• Train animals to perform behavioral tasks required for neuroscience research protocols.
• Prepare for and assist in surgical procedures; perform routine surgical tasks and instruct students on proper surgical techniques.
• Maintain animal medical files, daily logs, and detailed records of animal health and behavior.
• Order supplies and maintain inventory for animal care and laboratory operations.
• Maintain, calibrate, and clean laboratory equipment as needed.
• Assist with general laboratory tasks and collaborate with other lab members on research activities.
• Coordinate onboarding and training of new lab members Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and have minimum of 3 years of experience working with animals, preferably non-human primates, in a research setting.

Job Summary Manages day-to-day laboratory operations while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and best practices. Works with, adapts, and installs scientific equipment in research laboratories. Develops and collaborates on routine projects and procedures. Manages inventory and equipment and performs budget functions. Essential Functions Ability to speak clearly for telephone contact, have manual dexterity to use equipment, and also ability to visit various locations throughout the campus. Physical Effort Generally sedentary, however, this position does require incumbent to move within lab and occasionally visit industry or other locations throughout the campus. May occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.

Assignment Category:

Full-time regular

Job Classification:

Staff.

Laboratory Manager II Job Family:

Research Job Sub Family:

Laboratory Campus:

Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required:

Bachelor's Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required:

3 Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Work Arrangement:

On-Campus:

Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range:

To be determined based on qualifications Relocation_

Offered:

No Visa Sponsorship Provided:

Yes Background Check:

For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances:

Not Applicable Required Documents:

Resume Optional Documents:

Not Applicable Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. PI286479216