Research Laboratory Manager, Center for Genomic Medicine

Job Description - Research Laboratory Manager, Center for Genomic Medicine (3281563)The Kleinstiver Laboratory (www.kleinstiverlab.org) in the Center for Genomic Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) is seeking motivated and enthusiastic candidates to join our team. Our research group develops, engineers, optimizes, and applies CRISPR genome editing technologies for biomedical research and to treating human diseases.The Research Laboratory Manager oversees daily operations of the research laboratory, including maintaining equipment/inventory, protocols, research inventories, daily budget, personnel onboarding, general troubleshooting, and related activities. The incumbent will also supervise lab personnel and will play an integral role in projects related to genome editing technology development. Candidates should have an interest in genome engineering, CRISPR-Cas enzymes, and related areas.Under the direction of Dr. Kleinstiver or other lab members, the candidate will become proficient in the following duties (examples, but not limited to): routine molecular biology (PCR, recombinant DNA cloning, bacterial transformations), biochemical techniques, mammalian cell culture, assessment of genome editing technologies, DNA sequencing (Sanger and NGS), designing and executing experiments, analyzing and visualizing data, assisting with routine laboratory tasks, preparing reagents and solutions, developing and optimizing genome editing assays, and recording experimental details in an electronic notebook.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Oversees use of laboratory funds, supply inventory, and staff activities.Responsible for financial management of lab. Develops budgets, analyzes trends, and produces reports.Coordinates all regulatory and compliance activities.Carries out independent research projects which involve the execution of sophisticated techniques.Contributes to scientific literature and may present results at meetings.Trains staff in specialized lab techniques.Serves as Lab Safety officer.Attends lab and departmental meetings.QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree required in a research-related field, with some experience performing molecular biology techniques.Experience required for, or willingness to learn about, mentoring others, managing inventories, financial and grants management, and general lab management.SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:Ability to make independent effective decisions.Excellent judgment and ability to interpret information and protocol requirements.Aptitude for technical problem solving.Ability to effectively supervise others.Excellent organizational skills to formulate and complete timetables and meet financial restrictions.Knowledge of NIH awards and funding regulations.Must possess strong budget management skills.WORKING CONDITIONS:Duties will be performed in a research laboratory. Work will be conducted over a forty-hour workweek.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:Manages all lab personnel including hiring, corrective action, performance appraisal, orientation, and training.FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY:Responsible for financial management of lab. Develops budgets, analyzes trends, and produces reports.Primary Location

MGH 185 Cambridge185 Cambridge StreetJob

Research-ManagementOrganization

Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH)Schedule

Full-timeStandard Hours 40Shift

Day JobEmployee Status

RegularRecruiting Department: MGH Center for Genomic Medicine

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