"Lab Manager"

The School of Engineering

Stanford Engineering has been at the forefront of innovation for nearly a century, creating pivotal technologies that have transformed the worlds of information technology, communications, health care, energy, business and beyond. Our faculty and students are creative risk-takers who pursue excellence across a breadth of disciplines. Our alumni include some of the world's most successful leaders in technology and business. Our staff are critical to enabling Stanford Engineering to accomplish its mission: seeking solutions to some of the world's most urgent challenges and educating leaders who will make the world a better place through the power of engineering principles, techniques and systems.

Department of Bioengineering

Stanford Bioengineering seeks to create a fusion of engineering and the life sciences, promoting the development of new biomedical technologies, therapies, and scientific discovery through research and education. Jointly supported by the Schools of Medicine and Engineering, we include, in a single department, research and teaching programs that embrace biology as a new engineering paradigm and apply engineering principles to medical problems and biological systems.

Join Professor Stephen Quake's world-renowned laboratory, a pioneer in genomics, single-cell biology, microfluidics, and precision medicine, where transformative discoveries such as non-invasive prenatal diagnostics and advances in immune repertoire sequencing have redefined entire fields of science. As part of our dynamic and collaborative team, you will work at the forefront of biomedical innovation on exciting, high-impact projects that tackle some of the most challenging questions in human health and disease. Beyond contributing to breakthrough research recognized globally, you will gain access to unparalleled mentorship, interdisciplinary training, and opportunities for growth that will prepare you to become a leader in academia, biotechnology, or medicine. This is an exceptional chance to join a lab that not only makes discoveries but also shapes the future of science and healthcare.

In this role, you will

• Lead multidisciplinary teams across different faculties or schools.
• Design research approaches for the entire project, including background research, experimental design and execution, problem solving, and writing up for publication.
• Conduct complex (lab and/or field) experiments, and maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes; analyze and interpret research data resulting from original procedures and methods; oversee critical analyses of data from entire project.
• Develop new protocols; test and evaluate a variety of approaches.
• Participate in creating new research proposals, and prepare for submission for funding and grants.
• Prepare periodic progress reports or written reports on all phases of the research project.
• Contribute original ideas of major methodologies that alter the course of the investigation or develop innovative solution(s) to complex research problems.
• Perform ongoing literature review to remain current with new procedures and related research; proceed without consultation with principal investigator to implement new techniques into research project.
• Co-author publications; may present ongoing work and findings to colleagues at academic conferences.
• Work with health and safety department to ensure lab complies with regulations and all required trainings.
• Supervise other staff, including hiring, performance management, and related duties. Provide instruction on complex techniques and direction on projects.

Education & Experience (Required)

Bachelor's degree in related scientific field and six years of relevant work experience; or Master's degree in a related scientific field and four years relevant experience; or PhD in related scientific field and two years of relevant experience.

Education & Experience (Desired)

Experience with mammalian cell culture, bulk RNAseq, single-nuclei RNAseq, RT-qPCR, ELISA, microtomy and light & electron microscopy; Experience in computational analysis (R, Python, high-performance computing); Experience in managing lab staff; Experience in and/or working knowledge of EHS and controlled substances regulations; Strong grant writing and reporting experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (Required)

Extensive understanding of scientific principles; Expert level knowledge and skills in field of science related to research project; General computer skills, experience with databases and scientific applications, and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs; Strong analytical skills and excellent judgment; Ability to work under deadlines is essential; Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to complete detailed work accurately; Strong project management and leadership skills.

Working Conditions

May require working in close proximity to blood borne pathogens; May require work in an environment where animals are used for teaching and research; Position may at times require the employee to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are present; Employee must perform tasks that require the use of personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses and shoes, protective clothing and gloves, and possibly a respirator; May require extended or unusual work hours based on research requirements and business needs.

Physical Requirements

Frequently stand, walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat, grasp lightly, use fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, perform desk-based computer tasks, use telephone, write by hand, lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing over 40 pounds; Occasionally sit, kneel, crawl, reach and work above shoulders, sort and file paperwork or parts; Rarely climb, scrub, sweep, mop, chop and mix or operate hand and foot controls; Must have correctible vision to perform duties of the job; Ability to bend, squat, kneel, stand, reach above shoulder level, and move on hard surfaces for up to eight hours; Ability to lift heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds; Ability to work in a dusty, dirty, and odorous environment; Position may require repetitive motion.

Work Standards

Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations; Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned; Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

Pay Range

The expected pay range for this position is $118,422 to $147,686 per annum for positions in Stanford Work Locations. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs. At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.