Laboratory Manager, ALEC Research (Research Laboratory Manager I)

University of Arizona

life insurance, vision insurance, sick time

United States, Arizona, Tucson

Sep 24, 2024

Laboratory Manager, ALEC Research (Research Laboratory Manager I)
Posting Number	req20474
Department	Environmental Science-Res
Department Website Link	https://environmentalscience.cales.arizona.edu/
Location	Main Campus
Address	Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights	This position provides day-to-day direct support, management, and oversight for the mass spectrometry operations in the Arizona Laboratory for Emerging Contaminants (ALEC). ALEC is a core analytical facility in the Department of Environmental Science that provides analytical chemistry capacity to university faculty, staff, and students. The primary function of this position involves methods development and sample analysis using separation and mass spectrometry techniques for the quantification of trace inorganic and organic chemicals in complex environmental samples including water, soil, sediment, biofluids, and tissue. As this is a laboratory manager position, employment is on site and requires presence in the laboratory during normal business hours. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.
Duties & Responsibilities	Conduct hands-on preparatory work and lead mass spectrometry analysis in ALEC, including developing methods and analyzing samples for both external and internal clients. Manage the purchase, setup, and maintenance of laboratory equipment, consumables, and solution preparation. Apply advanced techniques such as inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS), liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS), and gas chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (GC-MS/MS). Manage effective laboratory maintenance and operational efficiency, including sample analysis, billing, client communications, rate studies, consumables and facility management, integrated technology, data management, and the laboratory website. Lead hosting of visitors and manage laboratory scheduling to optimize resource allocation. Mentor and guide ALEC staff, as well as undergraduate, graduate students, and postdoctoral scientists, fostering professional development and ensuring proper utilization of ALEC equipment.
Minimum Qualifications	M.S. degree in Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science or a related field, with a strong background in analytical chemistry, particularly mass spectrometry methods and 1 year of relevant work; OR, B.S. degree plus three years of relevant experience
Preferred Qualifications	Prior experience in laboratory management, quality assurance and quality control, and supervisory responsibilities.
FLSA	Exempt
Full Time/Part Time	Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week	40
Job FTE	1.0
Work Calendar	Fiscal
Job Category	Research
Benefits Eligible	Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay	$65,687 - $85,393
Compensation Type	salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade	9
Compensation Guidance	The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Grade Range Minimum	$65687
Grade Range Midpoint	$85393
Grade Range Maximum	$105099
Career Stream and Level	M1
Job Family	Research & Lab
Job Function	Research
Type of criminal background check required:	Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies	1
Target Hire Date	10/23/2024
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates	Jon Chorover Interim Associate Vice President (ALVSCE) chorover@arizona.edu
Open Date	9/23/2024
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
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