Academic Laboratory Manager

Job Title:

Academic Laboratory Manager

Physical Location:

Ashtabula Campus - Ashtabula, OH

Salary:

$40,308 - $50,179

Basic Function:

To manage instructional and research operations of a scientific laboratory, research facility or student resource center. Reports to designated supervisor.

Additional Basic Function - if applicable:

Examples of Duties:

Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:

Implement established rules and safety practices.

Establish and maintain databases of information relative to laboratory supplies, materials, procedures, regulations, and operations.

Order and maintain supplies and equipment.

Prepare reports and presentations related to laboratory activities.

Provide advice, guidance, and training to laboratory users relative to experiments, research, equipment usage, and reports.

Design and repair equipment.

May supervise students and/or provide functional guidance of support staff or other employees who work on a project or assignment on a temporary or intermittent basis throughout the year.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Additional Examples of Duties - if applicable:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; four years of related laboratory experience.

License/Certification:

Knowledge Of:

Personal computer applications

Skill In:

Written and interpersonal communication

Ability To:

Provide leadership and direction

Preferred Qualifications - if applicable:

Master's degree in a relevant field.

Assessments:

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which require assessments

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently to move objects. Incumbent must be able to communicate with others. Incumbent may be required to travel from building to building and off campus occasionally.

Working Schedule:

Non-traditional hours as needed

Additional Information:

Disclaimer:

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.