Clinical Lab Operations Manager

Duties/Responsibilities:

Research & Clinical Laboratory Support (50%):
* Manage the processing and preparation of clinical tissue samples for physician review.
*Document and maintain biopsy and sample databases.
*Maintain compliance with CLIA standards and other regulatory requirements.
*Manage laboratory compliance for all regulatory requirements (hazardous waste, chemicals, etc.)
*Prepare, analyze, and interpret experimental results, images, and figures for publication.
*Provide back-up technical support as needed for tissue sample processing.

Advanced Technical & Analytical Functions and Consultation (20%):
*Perform and validate specialized laboratory tests using advanced biomedical instrumentation.
*Review quality control data and statistical measures to ensure accuracy of results.
*Provide interpretative support for reports and recommend additional testing or review as appropriate.
*Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate with vendors or technical support to maintain laboratory operations.
*Provide consultation and advanced technical expertise to faculty, staff, and collaborators.

Leadership & Supervision (20%):
*Supervise laboratory personnel.
*Mentor and guide laboratory staff, trainees, and students.
*Lead project teams or collaborative efforts as assigned.
*Recommend improvements to laboratory processes, capital needs, and workflows.

Administrative & Other Duties (10%):
*Purchasing and spreadsheet/data entry.
*Generate and maintain laboratory protocols.
*Computer and software maintenance and database maintenance.
*Assist with grant submissions and laboratory budget oversight.
*Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
* BA/BS degree plus at least six years of experience, or an advanced degree plus at least four years of experience, or a terminal degree plus at least one year of experience.
* Coursework in biology
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple projects
* Basic knowledge in Microsoft Office, Google Suite applications, and databases.

Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience with histology, protocol optimization, and confocal microscopy.
* Previous research experience with both animal and human samples.
* Prior experience with submitting and/or assisting with grant applications.
* Prior teaching experience.
* Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
* Experience with advanced biomedical instrumentation and laboratory quality systems.
* Leadership or mentoring experience in a laboratory setting.
* Demonstrated excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills.
* A PhD or equivalent advanced degree is preferred.

The Department of Neurology is one of 27 departments within the UMN Medical School. Rapidly growing, we have approximately 60 faculty and 35 medical fellows and residents. The Department of Neurology also houses 12 research centers/labs and includes 75 lab staff. Translating cutting edge research to world-class patient care is the highest priority for the Department of Neurology at the University of Minnesota. This is done in three ways:

1) Patient Care: Since its founding in 1946, the department has fostered the development of a wide range of subspecialty services provided by expert clinicians; these include Alzheimer's disease, ataxia, epilepsy, movement disorders, multiple sclerosis, neurobehavioral and neuromuscular disorders, stroke, disorders of sleep, pain management, and neurocritical care.

2) Education: The academic mission of the Department is to provide a basic understanding of the causes of neurological disorders and through this understanding to develop effective new therapies. We aim to recruit the best, brightest and most motivated applicants in order to train the neurologists and neuroscientists of the future.

3) Research: Understanding the root cause of neurological disorders is a hallmark of the neurology research enterprise. There are numerous opportunities for faculty members, fellows and residents to develop clinical and basic research skills in virtually any area of interest.

Pay Range: $90,000 - $100,000 annually, depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Time Appointment Category: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

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This position will remain open until filled.

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