Lab Manager II - Institute of Environment

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

Manages the day-to-day operations of the Northeast Shark River Slough field and laboratory platform and maintains the fluorescent dissolved organic matter dataset of the FCE LTER program (and ancillary projects). Provides training and instruction to assistants and students in laboratory and field methodology.

• Manages compliance to field and laboratory protocols and procedures for collecting and processing samples and generating data from the Northeast Shark River Slough field and laboratory platform and maintains the fluorescent dissolved organic matter dataset of the FCE LTER program (and ancillary projects)
• Designs and constructs field sampling access, collecting equipment, oversees sampling protocols, and maintains and upgrades laboratory equipment, as needed
• Instructs field training sessions, trains staff and students on how to use field equipment, including motor vehicles, airboats, and motorboats.
• Instructs laboratory training sessions, trains staff and students on how to use laboratory equipment, including wet lab and chemical processing equipment.
• Oversees staff including soliciting and interviewing staff hires and recommending terminations.
• Ensures all staff and students adhere to laboratory and field policies and procedures, including maintenance of research and collecting permits.
• Operates motor vehicles, motorboats, and leads long days in hot, wet conditions on a regular (daily, during peak field sampling periods) basis in the Everglades to conduct research
• Oversees data collection, quality control/assurance protocols, database submission, and compliance to information management procedures.
• Provides analysis and interpretation of spatial data through use of graphical and statistical tools (R and GIS)
• Oversees preparation of samples for analysis and contributes to the development of project data and reports.
• Plans field trips for research and outreach for the FCE LTER program. Serves as liaison to project managers and partners to organize field sampling timelines.

Bachelor's degree.

Must be able to wade through Everglades in inclement environment to collect samples.

Administrative

$42,000 - $45,000

Begin time: 8:30 AM
End time: 5:00 PM

• Operating University Vehicles (all types)
• Laboratory Work
• May occasionally be required to work outdoors.

• Criminal Background Check
• Driver's License Check

• Ability to travel locally and nationally.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• This is a time limited appointment which may be terminated at any time with 30 days’ notice.

Prospective Employee

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To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment.  Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications". 

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process.  It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

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