Staff Research Associate III - 138627

Under general supervision, the Staff Research Associate III (SRA3) serves as the laboratory manager responsible for the day-to-day operations and administrative coordination of an academic research laboratory. The primary purpose of this role is to ensure that laboratory activities, projects, and compliance requirements are organized, tracked, documented, and completed on time so that nothing falls through the cracks.

This position supports PI-directed research activities by managing laboratory operations, coordinating logistics, maintaining records, tracking timelines and requirements, and ensuring follow-through on operational, regulatory, and project-related tasks. The SRA3 does not independently define research aims, lead scientific programs, or represent the laboratory in sponsor-facing decision-making. Other duties assigned as needed.

• Advanced theoretical and working knowledge in biological science or related field, as typically attained by a Bachelor's degree, and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience supporting laboratory operations in an academic or research environment.

• Demonstrated ability to organize, track, document, and follow through on multiple tasks and deadlines.

• Working knowledge of laboratory workflows sufficient to understand protocols and operational requirements.

• Experience coordinating administrative or regulatory tasks in a research setting.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience in a laboratory management or coordination role.

• Experience supporting multi-investigator or multi-institutional research projects.

• Familiarity with IACUC, IRB, and EH&S processes.

• Experience maintaining project trackers, documentation systems, or shared records.

• Scientific background sufficient to support laboratory workflows and documentation.

• Must be willing to work with animals under approved protocols.

• Must be willing to work with hazardous materials.

• Involves laboratory environments with biological materials and hazardous substances and requires completion of required safety training.

• Must be willing to work in laboratory environment requiring use of personal protective equipment and routine physical activity.

• Occasional evenings and weekends may be required to meet operational or project deadlines.

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check.