Job Description:

Department:

Pediatrics-Infectious Disease-412017

Career Area :

Laboratory Management and Services

Posting Open Date:

09/30/2024

Application Deadline:

10/14/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

Position Type:

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title:

Lab Manager

Appointment Type:

EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number:

20067387

Vacancy ID:

NF0008537

Full Time/Part Time:

Full-Time Permanent

FTE:

1

Hours per week:

40

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

$60,000 - $90,000

Proposed Start Date:

11/04/2024

Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as
one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of
professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy
exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a
comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.



OUR VISION

Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.



OUR MISSION

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.



Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.



Education: We will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.



Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and organized Lab Manager to join our team in the Carolina Vagina Lab, a vaginal microbiome research lab led by Dr. Indriati Hood Pishchany in the Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Pediatrics. The Lab Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting and overseeing the daily operations of the lab, ensuring the smooth execution of research projects, and maintaining a safe and efficient working environment. This individual will be responsible for a range of activities, including conducting research, providing logistical support, protocol management, data organization and analysis, and contributing to the preparation of grants and publications.



Key Responsibilities


Research Project Oversight:

• Assist the Principal Investigator in planning, coordinating, and executing research projects related to the vaginal microbiome. In particular, the Lab Manager will oversee projects related to preclinical model development.


• Oversee the day-to-day activities of lab personnel, particularly those related to preclinical model development, ensuring that projects are progressing according to timelines and objectives.


• Monitor and maintain high standards of scientific rigor and quality control throughout all research activities.

Logistical Support and Lab Operations:

• Manage lab inventory, including ordering and maintaining supplies, reagents, and equipment to ensure the uninterrupted flow of lab operations.


• Develop, implement, and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) and protocols to ensure compliance with best practices and regulatory standards.


• Oversee equipment maintenance and service schedules, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate repairs when necessary.


• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and regulatory requirements, including maintaining safety documentation and conducting regular safety audits.


• Provide training and support to lab personnel on safety procedures, use of equipment, and best laboratory practices.


• Serve as the point of contact for internal and external audits and inspections.

Data Management and Analysis:

• Oversee the organization, storage, and management of research data, including maintaining accurate records and databases.


• Assist in the analysis and interpretation of data, including generating reports, figures, and tables for publications and presentations.


• Collaborate with research team members to ensure data integrity and facilitate efficient data sharing and access.

Grants, Publications and other Research Communications:

• Contribute to the preparation of grant proposals, including compiling data, writing sections, and assisting with budget preparation.


• Assist in the writing, editing, and submission of research manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations.


• Stay current with relevant literature and contribute to discussions on the latest advancements and methodologies in vaginal microbiome research.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. May require terminal degree and licensure.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Required competencies include bacterial cultivation (streak-plating, liquid growth assays, preparation of frozen stocks, CFU determination).

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Preference for those with experience with anaerobic and/or fastidious bacteria; molecular biology techniques including PCR, gel electrophoresis, bacterial transformation, quantitative PCR, SDS-PAGE; moderate proficiency with R, Python or other programing languages; experience supervising and teaching trainees including undergraduate and graduate students and/or post-doctoral fellows.


Priority will be given to candidates who:

• Possess a solid understanding of research principles, study design, laboratory processes, data collection and analysis.


• Have prior experience working with anaerobic bacteria and using an anaerobic chamber.


• Have prior experience with bacterial isolation from clinical specimens and/or 'culturomics.'


• Have extensive knowledge of and/or experience in NGS library preparation and 16S and/or metagenomic sequencing and analysis.


• Can utilize, repair, and operate equipment and instruments essential to the function of the laboratory with minimal supervision.


• Possess strong oral and written communication skills to assist in grant writing and proposal development.


• Have experience supervising others in a lab setting.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.

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