Lab Manager/ Research Associate

Montana State University, United States

Updated: 9 days ago
Location: Bozeman, MONTANA
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 24241
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Carl Yeoman
[email protected]
406-994-4850
Classification Title Research Professional
Working Title Lab Manager/ Research Associate
Brief Position Overview
A full-time position has become available managing the laboratory complexes and long-term animal and rangeland production datasets associated with the Department of Animal & Range Sciences. This includes student training and ensuring the shared laboratories in the Animal Biosciences Building (ABB) and the Oscar Thomas Nutrition Center remain in compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations, and managing long-term production and research data being generated at its three research centers, BART, Ft. Ellis, and Red Bluff. Research activities within the Department of Animal & Range Sciences, include: Cell Biology, Microbiology, Genetics, Physiology, and Nutrition. The successful applicant will work with faculty and students and be an active participant in the department’s research, teaching, and extension team.
Position Number 4C6061
Department Animal & Range Sciences
Division College of Agriculture/MAES
Appointment Type Professional
Contract Term Fiscal Year
Semester
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FLSA Non-Exempt
Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining
FTE 1.0
Benefits Eligible Eligible
Salary $45,000 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications
Contract Type LOA
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Recruitment Type Open

Position Details


General Statement
The mission of the Department of Animal and Range Sciences is to evaluate and communicate science-based knowledge to enhance the management of Montana’s livestock and rangeland resources in ways that are economically, socially and ecologically sustainable.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Managing the laboratories and associated facilities;
  • Ensuring safety and compliance of laboratory employees and students;
  • Conducting and/or overseeing analytical procedures;
  • Managing long-term production and research datasets;
  • Contributing to ongoing research and data analyses.
  • Maintaining inventories of chemicals and supplies;
  • Ensuring research equipment is maintained;
  • Managing laboratory budgets;
  • Developing and teaching laboratory procedures and analytical operations to technical staff, undergraduate, and graduate students.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
  • Bachelor of Science in a biological/chemical sciences or closely related field.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrated experience in conducting research.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in management and processing of data, including using spreadsheet and/or database software.
  • Demonstrated experience in laboratory analytical techniques including collecting, organizing, and recording data.
  • Demonstrated experience managing budgets, both expenditures and income.
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    Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
  • Advanced degree in a biological/chemical sciences or closely related field.
  • Demonstrated experience in laboratory program development and oversight.
  • Demonstrated experience in managing research projects including maintaining equipment, purchasing supplies, following appropriate safety procedures, and managing budgets.
  • Demonstrated experience in the use and maintenance of established and new laboratory equipment.
  • Demonstrated molecular biology experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in basic information technology, i.e., installation, maintenance, and implementation of computer systems and applications.
  • Demonstrated experience in personnel management and training.
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    The Successful Candidate Will
    • Have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team;
    • Possess highly effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to work cooperatively with research faculty, co-workers, students, and staff;
    • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills;
    • be meticulous and precise in carrying out work assignments;
    • Follow instructions, maintain effective attention to detail, meet deadlines and prioritize competing demands;
    • Handle sensitive information; and represent Animal and Range Sciences and MSU in a professional manner.
    Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
    This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
    Physical Demands
    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
    This position has supervisory duties? No

    Posting Detail Information


    Number of Vacancies 1
    Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search
    Position End Date (if temporary)
    Open Date
    Close Date
    Applications will be:
    Screening of applications will begin on February 20, 2024; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
    Special Instructions
    Diversity Statement
    Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
    In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
    MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment/dualcareer.html

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