Lab Manager

Oregon State University, United States

Updated: about 2 months ago
Location: Corvallis, OREGON
Deadline: 13 Mar 2024

Position Details
Position Information


Department Chemistry (SCH)
Position Title Manager 1-Laboratory
Job Title Lab Manager
Appointment Type Professional Faculty
Job Location Corvallis
Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary
The Department of Chemistry is seeking a Lab Manager. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position.
This position was created to oversee the day-to-day operations of the inorganic/materials chemistry laboratory of principal investigator (PI) Dr. May Nyman. The mission of our laboratory is workforce training, discovery and implementation of atomic level approaches to solving environmental and energy challenges. Laboratory activities include synthesis and characterization of inorganic materials and metal-oxo clusters for fundamental discovery and assessment of structure and chemical phenomena. The operations include handling radioactive materials. Major characterization equipment overseen and utilized by members of the lab include electrospray ionization mass spectrometry (ESI MS), single-crystal X-ray diffraction (SCXRD), small-angle X-ray scattering (SAXS), thermogravimetry-mass spectrometry, vibrational spectroscopies, UV-vis spectroscopy.
This position will oversee equipment usage and upkeep, chemical and radioactive materials inventory, laboratory safety and housekeeping, and student training and research. Depending on the incumbent’s skillsets, career goals and interests, the position will be expected, to some degree, to lead other activities including:
1) research
2) grant writing
3) manuscript writing and submission
4) classroom teaching.
We value diversity and respect of all individuals regardless of gender and gender identity, ability, race, religion, ethnic background, and age. This position must demonstrate the ability to treat and support all lab members with equal respect.
Why OSU?
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS:
• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about
Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Key Responsibilities
50% Train and mentor students in instrument use, bench techniques, software use, daily research activities, manuscript and graphics creation
10% Troubleshoot, maintain, repair lab instruments/equipment
10% Oversee lab housekeeping and EH&S compliance, including radioactive materials inventory
10% Maintain and create lab databases and resources (i.e. EH&S, group website, Box folder, instrument and procedure SOPs)
20% Depending on time availability, job performance, and agreement with the PI; the position is also encouraged to engage in any the following activities:
  • Independent research and publishing
  • Grant writing (collaborative or independent)
  • Formal teaching of up to one course per year, as needed
What You Will Need
  • PhD in chemistry or materials science
  • At least 2 years post-PhD experience in laboratory research, preferably inorganic synthesis
  • Expertise in X-ray techniques and instrumentation
  • Proficiency in oral and written communication in English
  • Demonstrated commitment to equitable and fair treatment of all co-workers, regardless of gender and gender identity, ability, race, religion, ethnic background, and age.


This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
What We Would Like You to Have
  • Experience in solution characterization (including NMR, X-ray scattering, mass spectrometry, cyclic voltammetry, etc.)
  • Competence and comfort level in handling radioactive materials
  • Demonstrated ability for scientific writing
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Work will be performed on campus, in an office and in laboratories.
Amenable to flexibility in work schedules to accommodate family and other personal needs. Occasional weekend or evening work may be required for time sensitive experiments.
Pay Method Salary
Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Recommended Full-Time Salary Range Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience.
Link to Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/149922

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number P07778UF
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 03/18/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date 02/14/2024
Full Consideration Date 02/28/2024
Closing Date 03/13/2024
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by February 28, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume/CV; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
Letters of Reference will be requested on finalists only. When applying, you will be asked to provide the email address and telephone number for three referees who will be sent a secure quicklink that will allow them to upload the requested letters of reference on your behalf.
For additional information please contact: May Nyman, [email protected], 541-737-1116
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at [email protected] .

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