"Lab Research Supervisor"

Job Description

The Research Technician will provide assistance to the Department of Neurosurgery Research Faculty and Staff by conducting simple research experiments, collecting data and samples, keeping records, conducting literature searches, analyzing data, and preparing reports.

Duties:

• Supervises staff and student research assistants, undertaking externally funded projects across a variety of data streams.
• Oversees day-to day laboratory operations, coordinating with scientific/research staff.
• Supervises staff and student employees, including hiring, training and evaluation.
• Evaluates workload and capacity of personnel to continually enhance operations and make recommendations for improvement.
• Documents processes in detail and creates standardized protocol formats. Assists with the development and implementation of standardized operating procedures.
• Develops schedules and timelines for projects. Monitors tasks and manages projects, implementing changes as needed to complete projects within scheduled time frame.
• Assists with associated project reporting.
• Performs related duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Job Requirements

Required Education: Bachelor's degree, AND: 18 months of experience working in a basic science research facility/laboratory with supervisory responsibilities.

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months of related experience in lieu of the Bachelor's degree for a total of 66 months of related experience.

Skills:

• Able to communicate well and build rapport quickly with students, faculty, and staff.
• Able to supervise students and communicate directions and expectations effectively.
• Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information.
• Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Able to produce reports and complete work within deadlines.

Certifications: None

Working Conditions:

• Physical: Sitting for prolonged periods. Ability to engage in repetitive motions.
• Environmental: Standard office environment.

Supervision: Lab Research Supervisor - supervises 2-5 research support staff.

Department Preferences: Experience in basic lab including animal testing.