Laboratory Manager

Summary:

Massey Cancer Center

“To improve the lives of all Virginians by delivering cutting-edge cancer care through patient-centered prevention and treatment; high-impact, innovative research; community input and engagement; and education and training of the next generation of researchers and healthcare professionals.”

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Massey Cancer Center is a nationally ranked cancer center located in the heart of Downtown Richmond. All full-time staff are eligible for our generous benefits package that includes choices for health, vision, and dental coverage, life-insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, retirement planning, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, flexible spending accounts, tuition benefits, significant paid-time off,12 paid holidays, and more. Explore our benefits further here: https://hr.vcu.edu/current-employees/benefits/university-and-academic-professional-benefits/

The purpose of this position is to:

• to manage and provide day-to-day administrative oversight of the Clinical and Translational Research Laboratory, a research and service laboratory of the Massey Cancer Center.
• be responsible for providing support to clinical investigators for the initiation new research projects.
• to supply services and expertise to clinical and translational research personnel to perform various procedures included in specific clinical studies.
• to exercise broad-based administrative responsibility for all laboratory functions and personnel to fulfill the mission of the Massey Cancer Center.

Typical Duties

• Applies knowledge of the principles and methods of laboratory administration and management.
• Applies knowledge of the theory and application of lab methods in molecular biology. Ability to plan, lead and evaluate the work of professional staff.
• Frequent contacts with regulatory boards or governmental entities regarding standards, quality assurance, and lab procedures.
• Frequent contact with internal departments regarding administrative matters and with vendors concerning equipment and supplies.
• Frequent contacts with researchers and staff to provide information, consultation or direction concerning custom projects.
• Plans, manages and evaluates the work of professional staff; develops goals, objectives and timetables; develops and monitors budgets; determines and implements technical methodologies, ensures that quality control standards and safety procedures are in compliance with government regulations and laws.
• May teach/and or serve as technical expert. Requires strong team work qualities and motivation to serve with high quality service

Typical Education and Experience

• Four-year college degree (minimum) in life sciences field (biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, etc.). Post baccalaureate degree is preferred.
• Five years' research laboratory experience – in clinical field is preferable.
• Demonstrated experience in, and understanding of, the principles and methods of laboratory administration and management.
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

Salary Range: commensurate with experience



Position Details:

Department: Massey Cancer Center
Employment Type: UF - University Employee FT
Restricted Status: No
FTE: 100
Exemption Status: Exempt



Contact Information:

Contact Name: India Sisk

Contact Email: jonesir@vcu.edu

Contact Phone: 804-628-7294