Laboratory Services Management

Laboratory Services Management University of Utah Health

• 4.1 Salt Lake City, UT Job Details Full-time $70,000
• $80,000 a year 23 hours ago Benefits Retirement plan Qualifications Laboratory sample storage Cost management Biological safety protocols Staff performance monitoring Staff supervision Strategic management Biological sample management Program management Laboratory safety Operations management Accreditation standards (regulatory compliance area) Research manuscripts Laboratory equipment maintenance Data validation techniques Conference papers Managing laboratory operations teams Faculty collaboration Program development Operational management Safety regulations Laboratory tests Data quality assurance Presentations for conferences or internal meetings Contamination control Continuous improvement (laboratory quality control method) Metrics Reporting Cost control Improving operational efficiency Assay development Master's degree Full Job Description Details Open Date 05/20/2026 Requisition Number

PRN45134B

Job Title Laboratory Services Management Working Title Laboratory Services Management Career Progression Track M00 Track Level M3

• Manager FLSA Code Administrative Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary VP Area U of U Health
• Academics Department 00868
• Psychiatry
• Research Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $70,000
• 80,000 Close Date 06/20/2026 Priority Review Date (Note
• Posting may close at any time) Job Summary The Laboratory Services Manager provides strategic and operational leadership for laboratory services while independently performing or directing highly specialized and complex research for the Utah Suicide Mortality Research Study ( USMRS ).

This role oversees the daily operations, quality, safety, and regulatory compliance of laboratory services, ensuring efficient delivery of high quality results that support multiple investigators and institutional priorities. The position manages valuable laboratory resources, including high value samples to be used under an agreement with the Utah Department of Health and Human Services ( UDHHS ) and technical infrastructure, and leads planning and development for new or expanded laboratory services. Leveraging advanced scientific expertise and seasoned professional judgment, the role contributes original scientific insight, recommends assays for the generation of data from biosamples, evaluates and interprets complex data, and refines or implements innovative methodologies. The incumbent provides first level management and supervision of laboratory personnel, supports workforce development through hiring and training, maintains effective cost control and waste reduction practices, and communicates progress, risks, and outcomes to leadership. Depending on program needs, the role may contribute to scholarly publications or other outward-facing products and represent the organization through presentations of research findings and laboratory advancements. Learn more about the great benefits of working for

University of Utah:

benefits.utah.edu Responsibilities I. In conjunction with Principal Investigator, the Utah Suicide Mortality Research Study Advisory Group and UDHHS stakeholders, provide leadership, direction, and management for laboratory services, ensuring compliant, transparent, efficient daily operations that support research, testing, and service delivery needs. II. Independently perform or direct highly specialized and complex approved research activities, exercising advanced professional judgment to assess data validity, interpret results, and contribute original scientific insight. III . Oversee the management, integrity, compliance, and appropriate use of high value laboratory resources, including biological samples, data, equipment, and technical infrastructure shared across multiple investigators or programs. IV. Ensure laboratory activities, test methodologies, and research practices meet established quality standards and comply with applicable regulatory, safety, and accreditation requirements. V. Plan, develop, and implement new laboratory services or expansions of existing services, aligning capabilities with institutional and stakeholder priorities and requirements, and scientific advancements. VI. Have demonstrated expertise in laboratory techniques essential to USMRS resources, including but not limited to: DNA extraction, access to and/or familiarity with protocols for generation of a variety of types of biosample-derived data, access to and/or familiarity with protocols for secondary validation of biosample-derived results, knowledge of sterile/ contamination protocols and addressing protocol breach situations, knowledge and of and experience with appropriate processing, storage, and transport protocols. VII . Lead and supervise laboratory personnel, including hiring, training, performance management, workload prioritization, and professional development. VIII . Promote a culture of safety, rigor, quality, transparency, and continuous improvement through effective oversight of laboratory practices, waste reduction, cost control, and risk management activities. IX. Devise, refine, and implement new techniques, protocols, or processes, or modify existing methodologies to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scientific rigor. X. Prepare, operate, and oversee maintenance of laboratory and experimental equipment, and evaluate the need for upgrades, replacements, or new technologies. XI. Communicate effectively with principal investigators and key stakeholders by preparing reports, monitoring performance metrics, and proactively identifying progress, challenges, and resource needs. XII . Collaborate with investigators, faculty, clinical partners, and administrative teams to ensure laboratory services and research activities are integrated, responsive, and aligned with organizational goals and regulatory requirements. XIII . May contribute to scholarly activity as appropriate, including coauthoring research publications, supporting grant related activities, and representing the organization through presentations at professional meetings or conferences. Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT

: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (

Example:

bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Manager, Laboratory Services:

Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience. Preferences 20 years of experience, deep knowledge of UU cores, and other similar laboratory services. The resources to be managed are unique worldwide, requiring highly trained management. Regulatory aspects require knowledge of requirements from the University of Utah, the UDHHS , and other regulations imposed by contracts with funding sources. In addition, resources will be of interest across disciplines, so deep knowledge of UU researchers will be of high value. Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary Additional Information The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX ( OEO ). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page . Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.

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