What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Lab Manager BWH Neurology F Lab position at Brigham and Women's Hospital?
Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.
At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.
At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare — people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds – to apply.
Job Summary
Working onsite under the general direction of Dr. Fox, performs full scope of management responsibilities in a research laboratory, including fiscal/budget management, supervision of staff activities in concert with RA activities rep, inventory management, etc. Independently performs highly sophisticated experiments. Participates with the principal investigator in the design of experimental protocols. Interprets experimental results in conference with other researchers.
Qualifications
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
BS Required, MS preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of progressively more responsible research work experience. Prior supervisory experience required.
Skills/Abilities/Competencies Required
Responsible for supervising RA staff including hiring, firing, evaluating and disciplining in coordination with PI’s. Will orient and train new staff members.
Working Conditions
Must be able to lift 50 pounds and stand/sit for extended periods of time..
Additional Job Details (if Applicable)
Additional Job Description
Remote Type
Hybrid
Work Location
77 Avenue Louis Pasteur
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.
At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare — people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds – to apply.
Job Summary
Working onsite under the general direction of Dr. Fox, performs full scope of management responsibilities in a research laboratory, including fiscal/budget management, supervision of staff activities in concert with RA activities rep, inventory management, etc. Independently performs highly sophisticated experiments. Participates with the principal investigator in the design of experimental protocols. Interprets experimental results in conference with other researchers.
Qualifications
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervises various lab functions including supply inventory, equipment procurement, and staff activities. (Activities in coordination with Dr. Fox’s administrator)
- Manages research assistant team in concert with PI’s including hiring, firing, performance evaluation, disciplinary action, orientation and training.
- May be responsible for assisting with financial management of research lab as needed in concert with lab finance team. Additionally may participate in all aspects of grant writing and proposals.
- Acts as backup for urgent requests when Dr. Fox’s administrator is not available.
- Works in concert with Dr. Fox’s administrator as needed.
- Responsible for the coordination of all regulatory and compliance activities for the lab.
- Assists with IRB and DUA requests, including training staff/faculty on these tasks as needed
- Carries out independent research projects, which involve the execution of highly, sophisticated techniques.
- Contributes to scientific literature and may present the results at hospital and outside meetings.
- Trains RA staff and faculty on lab procedures as needed.
- All other duties as assigned.
BS Required, MS preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of progressively more responsible research work experience. Prior supervisory experience required.
Skills/Abilities/Competencies Required
- Must be able to make independent, effective decisions in appropriate situations.
- Must possess a scientific imagination commensurate with the independent execution of research projects.
- Must have aptitude for technical problem solving.
- Ability to effectively supervise others.
- Excellent organizational skills to ensure smooth functioning of lab.
- Demonstrated analytical skills and ability to logically sequence experiments to maximize research.
- Must possess aptitude for budget management.
- High level of computer literacy.
Responsible for supervising RA staff including hiring, firing, evaluating and disciplining in coordination with PI’s. Will orient and train new staff members.
Working Conditions
Must be able to lift 50 pounds and stand/sit for extended periods of time..
Additional Job Details (if Applicable)
Additional Job Description
Remote Type
Hybrid
Work Location
77 Avenue Louis Pasteur
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
