Laboratory Manager II

The Department of Bioengineering is seeking a Laboratory Manager II for the Batista Lab. The incumbent will maintain a colony of laboratory animals (non-human primates) for a neuroscience research lab. This position has a strong emphasis on hands-on animal work, including daily care, monitoring, and behavioral training of non-human primates. Beyond this, the position involves managing the day-to-day operations of the lab, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.

Primary duties include:

•       Provide daily care and monitoring of non-human primates, including feeding, health checks, and maintaining animal welfare standards.

•       Perform animal handling, including pole/chair training and behavioral conditioning to prepare animals for experimental procedures.

•       Train animals to perform behavioral tasks required for neuroscience research protocols.

•       Prepare for and assist in surgical procedures; perform routine surgical tasks and instruct students on proper surgical techniques.

•       Maintain animal medical files, daily logs, and detailed records of animal health and behavior.

•       Order supplies and maintain inventory for animal care and laboratory operations.

•       Maintain, calibrate, and clean laboratory equipment as needed.

•       Assist with general laboratory tasks and collaborate with other lab members on research activities.

•       Coordinate onboarding and training of new lab members

Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and have minimum of 3 years of experience working with animals, preferably non-human primates, in a research setting.

Manages day-to-day laboratory operations while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and best practices. Works with, adapts, and installs scientific equipment in research laboratories. Develops and collaborates on routine projects and procedures. Manages inventory and equipment and performs budget functions.

Ability to speak clearly for telephone contact, have manual dexterity to use equipment, and also ability to visit various locations throughout the campus.

This position requires daily animal interactions, which involves walking around the animal colony floor and standing for long periods of time. May occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. Incumbent may occasionally visit industry or other locations throughout the campus.