09-Apr-2024
Ophthalmology - Administration
87497BR
University Job Title
Supervisor 2
Bargaining Unit
None - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)
If Fixed Duration, Period
1 year from date of hire
If Fixed Duration, is continuation possible?
Yes
Other Fixed Duration Date
31-Mar-2025
Compensation Grade
Administration & Operations
Compensation Grade Profile
Supervisor; Senior Associate (22)
Wage Ranges
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Searchable Job Family
Administration
Total # of hours to be worked:
37.5
Work Week
Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)
Work Location
Medical School Campus
Worksite Address
300 George Street
New Haven, CT 06511
Position Focus:
This role reports to the Vice Chair of Research and the Administrative Manager, focusing on the seamless operation of the Ophthalmology Research Lab by leveraging managerial expertise and proficiency in safety protocols. Duties encompass overseeing laboratory equipment, procurement of supplies, and data analysis tools, including inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Additionally, conducting and documenting advanced quality assurance and preventive maintenance is integral. Serving as the primary liaison for equipment matters, coordinating maintenance with vendors, and managing scheduling for lab and equipment usage are key responsibilities. Ensuring adherence to industry standards and safety protocols in specimen handling and disposal is paramount.
Dually, this role will provide support for the Core Grant, necessitating a highly motivated individual capable of engaging with investigators within Yale's vision research community. Responsibilities entail the design and production of genetic tools for pioneering neuroscience research, involving DNA manipulation and optimization of viral technologies, notably Adeno-associated virus (AAV), with a strong focus on upholding rigorous quality control standards. The ideal candidate will collaborate with laboratory researchers across various groups and feel confident in overseeing laboratory staff. There will also be opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge projects in visual neuroscience research. Preference will be given to candidates with extensive experience in cell culture and computational analysis of genetic data.
Essential Duties
1. Supervises the day-to-day activities of support staff. 2. Assesses and resolves or escalates problems arising within unit. 3. Assists in the development of policies and procedures in support of unit. 4. Assists in planning for work unit needs. 5. Participates in unit budget planning. 6. Evaluates work requests to determine if they are appropriate to the unit or another area. 7. Ensures that work flow is organized and staffed for quality efficient completion. 8. Communicates deadlines and special circumstances to staff. 9. Maintains equipment and supplies for unit. 10. Completes evaluations of direct report employees. 11. Interacts with University personnel to define work assignments and requirements and communicate progress of work. 12. Interacts with external sources to coordinate work necessary to fulfill projects, keep abreast of new products and technologies, or arrange for subcontractors. 13. Supervises a staff of exempt and non-exempt employees. 14. Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and three years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Skill/Ability 1:
Project management skills, including the ability to track and manage inventory.
Required Skill/Ability 2:
Ability to establish quality standards to maintain laboratory equipment performance, including training on usage of equipment.
Required Skill/Ability 3:
Proven experience with lab equipment and troubleshooting methods.
Required Skill/Ability 4:
Proven experience in a laboratory setting.
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:
Proven experience with cell culture and computational analysis of genetic data. Ability to facilitate interactions between faculty labs and University organizations. Research and collect data through complex scientific experiments, techniques and procedures, perform library research and structured interviews with scientific staff, and assist in data interpretation and analyses.
Background Check Requirements
All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.
COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement
The University maintains policies pertaining to COVID-19. All faculty, staff, students, and trainees are required to comply with these policies, which may be found here:
https://covid19.yale.edu/health-guidelines
Posting Disclaimer
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.
EEO Statement:
University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.
Inquiries concerning Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).
Note
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