Research Manager

University of Pittsburgh, United States

Updated: 11 months ago
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Research Manager
GSPH-Infectious Diseases & Microbiology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (23003905)
 Prepares, plans, and implements full scope of research studies. Works on experimental projects and helps forge the direction of future projects and research. Ensures compliance with all applicable regulations.

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Assignment Category Full-time regular
Job Classification Staff.Manager - Laboratory II
Job Family Research
Job Sub-Family Laboratory
Campus Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required 3
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?  Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Additional details about Required Licensure/Certification Upon hire, the candidate will be required to successfully complete a DOJ/FBI Security Risk Assessment and a Suitability Assessment for access to select biological agents and toxins.
Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Work Arrangement On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.
Hiring Range TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation Offered No
Visa Sponsorship Provided No
Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances Not Applicable
Required Documents Resume
Optional Documents Not Applicable
Essential Functions The individual will manage a research program that explores molecular mechanisms of virus-host interactions using in vitro and in vivo models of infection. The Research Manager will make strategic decisions, draft policies and procedures for the lab, and create and monitor grant budgets. Primary responsibilities include managing multiple research projects, purchasing inventory, supervising and training undergraduate students, graduate students, post-doctoral fellows, and visiting scientists, managing daily laboratory operations, maintaining safety and regulatory compliance and documentation, and maintaining laboratory equipment. In addition, this individual will engage in virology research using cellular and molecular techniques and animal infections.
Physical Effort The Research Manager must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.

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