University of Oklahoma · 2 months ago
*Laboratory Research Manager
Oklahoma City, OK
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expThe University of Oklahoma is seeking a Laboratory Research Manager to supervise joint biomedical research space in the Department of Biochemistry and Physiology. The role involves overseeing laboratory operations, managing projects, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations while facilitating research interactions among staff.
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Responsibilities
Oversees the development and implementation of laboratory operational policies and procedures for the department's basic science researchers
Establishes and maintains an inventory control system for supplies and equipment and ensures that work orders for lab maintenance are placed in a timely and efficient manner
Oversees the development and implementation of strategic goals for growth of the basic science research labs
Manages a variety of projects to ensure financial, quality, service, and operational goals are achieved
Develops methodologies and procedures for biomedical application, analyzes data, and may present findings to the scientific audience and general public
May plan, develop, and manage projects in support of departmental clinical and research missions producing greater integration and effectiveness of activities
Confers with other researchers and medical staff to plan or review projects or provide expertise to improve data acquisition and analysis
Develops schedules and timelines for the project
Oversees the development and implementation of standardized operating procedures
Serves a key role in the facilitation between operating laboratories, researchers, and principal investigators to continuously enhance and develop cross-functional research interactions and opportunities
May work as a senior level expert in a laboratory
Assists with planning, developing, and managing projects in support of departmental clinical and research missions producing greater integrations and effectiveness of activities
Responsible for build-outs including program analysis and sources of potential sponsored funding
May assist with planning and construction of new laboratory facilities as well as associated project reporting
Plans, develops, and maintains training programs for Lab Technicians and Researchers working in the research laboratory
Ensures all employees work in a safe environment
Provides to management a summary of progress, risk of all projects, results, and queries related to laboratory performance
Organization of laboratory electronic planning and records, ensuring data traceability
Establishing workflow in compliance with EHS, Biosafety, IUCUC and IRB protocols for laboratory projects
Performs related duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree in a Biological Science, Chemistry, or Physical Science or related field
60 months experience working in a basic science research facility & laboratory, which includes 24 months experience as a senior-level supervisor and/or leadership role in a research laboratory
Advanced knowledge of laboratory safety and Federal, State, and University guidelines
Ability to train and supervise
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
Proficient with a computer and applicable software
Ability to analyze scientific data and publish in scientific journals
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in a Biological Science, Chemistry or Physical Science and 24 months related experience in lieu of the Master's Degree for a total of 84 months experience
Company
University of Oklahoma
The University of Oklahoma is a public research university that provides variety of undergraduate and graduate programs in multiple fields.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (106)
2024 (96)
2023 (83)
2022 (104)
2021 (87)
2020 (68)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$35.4MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyUS Department of Commerce, Economic Development AdministationAir Force Research Laboratory
2024-03-13Grant· $3.1M
2023-11-09Grant· $1.9M
2023-04-05Grant· $8.7M
Leadership Team
Mark Yeary
Co-Founder, Advanced Radar Research Center (ARRC)
Marcus Bowman
Deputy Athletic Director, CFO & Business Strategy
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