University of Utah
Manager, Laboratory
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
We are looking for an exceptional candidate for a Laboratory Manager in a dynamic team exploring drug resistance, immunotherapy, and immunoprofiling in patients with cancer. The successful candidate will work under minimal supervision and is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and/or controlling all aspects pertaining to laboratory functions including (but not limited to) specimen handling, data collection, process management, standard operating procedure development and adherence, data analyses, and outcomes monitoring. He/she will be responsible for performing and/or overseeing the steps needed to work with human cancer samples and cell lines and prepare libraries for comprehensive genomic sequencing. He/She will use fluorescent microscopy-based micromanipulation and flow cytometry and perform next-generation sequencing, including library preparation. He/She will work principally to meet production goals and requirements but will also seek to improve existing processes and/or innovate new approaches. The incumbent will be expected to work largely independently on a daily basis after training but will coordinate closely with the principal investigator and others.
Huntsman Cancer Institute is committed to cancer prevention, care, and survivorship for all communities within the area we serve – which includes Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming – with impact worldwide.
ResponsibilitiesEssential FunctionsSupervises and trains junior technicians and ensures competency of staff through hands-on supervision and training.Manages inventory of biological samples.Prepares, orders, and maintains stocks of required reagents and supplies.Seeks to improve existing processes, develops standard operating procedures, and evaluates new approaches.Troubleshoots protocols as needed.Operates and maintains laboratory equipment to complete investigations.Prepares primary human blood and tumor samples for further processing.Handles sensitive primary human cells, uses established protocols, and works closely with core facilities and collaborators.Performs isolation of circulating tumor cells and other single cells using fluorescent microscopy-based micromanipulation, flow cytometry, and other techniques.Operates next-generation sequencing machines and prepares libraries for next-generation sequencing.Learn, execute, and further develop sequencing library construction, next-generation sequencing protocols, and explore novel techniques of low input genomics.Documents, compiles, and analyzes experimental protocols and data.Attends team meetings to share results, plan projects, and experiments.Other related tasks as required.
Problem-SolvingMust possess a high level of initiative and the ability to work with little supervision while adhering to Standard Operating Procedures.Must have excellent written, documentation, and oral communication skills.Must possess strong interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills, including the ability to handle a variety of tasks in a fast-paced environment.Proactive in identifying problems and solutions to address them.Must be an exceptional team player.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be requiredNearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be requiredNearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Additional Qualifications:Familiarity with fluorescent microscopy or flow cytometry is required.Experience with molecular biology techniques such as PCR and/or sequencing library construction required.Familiarity or experience with next-generation sequencing and library preparation preferred.Working knowledge of computers required; familiarity with computer programming preferred.
Minimum QualificationsRequires a Bachelor’s degree in a related area of assignment or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) and 4 – 6 years of progressively more responsible management experience. Background knowledge of assigned department’s area of specialization in order to analyze, plan, and draw conclusions for recommendations to superiors. Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees and processes in order to effectively monitor and develop subordinates and ensure the smooth operation of the department. Completion of provided supervisory training within one year of employment may be required. Master’s degree in a related area may be preferred. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
PreferencesTypeSpecial Instructions SummaryAdditional InformationThe University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
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Huntsman Cancer Institute is committed to cancer prevention, care, and survivorship for all communities within the area we serve – which includes Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming – with impact worldwide.
ResponsibilitiesEssential FunctionsSupervises and trains junior technicians and ensures competency of staff through hands-on supervision and training.Manages inventory of biological samples.Prepares, orders, and maintains stocks of required reagents and supplies.Seeks to improve existing processes, develops standard operating procedures, and evaluates new approaches.Troubleshoots protocols as needed.Operates and maintains laboratory equipment to complete investigations.Prepares primary human blood and tumor samples for further processing.Handles sensitive primary human cells, uses established protocols, and works closely with core facilities and collaborators.Performs isolation of circulating tumor cells and other single cells using fluorescent microscopy-based micromanipulation, flow cytometry, and other techniques.Operates next-generation sequencing machines and prepares libraries for next-generation sequencing.Learn, execute, and further develop sequencing library construction, next-generation sequencing protocols, and explore novel techniques of low input genomics.Documents, compiles, and analyzes experimental protocols and data.Attends team meetings to share results, plan projects, and experiments.Other related tasks as required.
Problem-SolvingMust possess a high level of initiative and the ability to work with little supervision while adhering to Standard Operating Procedures.Must have excellent written, documentation, and oral communication skills.Must possess strong interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills, including the ability to handle a variety of tasks in a fast-paced environment.Proactive in identifying problems and solutions to address them.Must be an exceptional team player.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be requiredNearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be requiredNearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Additional Qualifications:Familiarity with fluorescent microscopy or flow cytometry is required.Experience with molecular biology techniques such as PCR and/or sequencing library construction required.Familiarity or experience with next-generation sequencing and library preparation preferred.Working knowledge of computers required; familiarity with computer programming preferred.
Minimum QualificationsRequires a Bachelor’s degree in a related area of assignment or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) and 4 – 6 years of progressively more responsible management experience. Background knowledge of assigned department’s area of specialization in order to analyze, plan, and draw conclusions for recommendations to superiors. Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees and processes in order to effectively monitor and develop subordinates and ensure the smooth operation of the department. Completion of provided supervisory training within one year of employment may be required. Master’s degree in a related area may be preferred. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
PreferencesTypeSpecial Instructions SummaryAdditional InformationThe University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
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