Laboratory Manager

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Job Summary

The Laboratory Manager will direct daily operations of the Center for Environmental Stable Isotope Analysis (CESIA) research laboratory facilities. The Laboratory Manager will supervise and instruct users in the operation of equipment used to conduct research, and provide analytical services for external users. The Laboratory Manager will research and implement upgrades to laboratory systems consistent with contemporary research standards and maintain applicable systems and document maintenance of the systems. The Laboratory Manager will assist in developing new analytical methods and applications and analyzing specific sample sets as needed. The Laboratory Manager will provide technical guidance and research to support the facilities’ core faculty, students and other researchers and will serve as laboratory safety officer and liaison to Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S).

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Chemistry, Geology, Environmental Sciences, Biology, or related analytical field
• Three (3) years of experience in higher education instruction or research with three or more of the following: operation and maintenance of general laboratory equipment, data acquisition systems, operation of computer controlled mechanical systems
• Demonstrated experience in the operation of geochemical analytical equipment such as, but not limited to, Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometers, Elemental Analyzers, other Gas Source Mass Spectrometers

Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate (ex: Ph.D., J.D., Ed.D. or other) in isotope geochemistry or a related field
• Prior management experience in a technical lab setting
• Record working with research scientists in a cooperative, service-oriented role
• Record of strong organizational skills and ability to work independently
• Record of troubleshooting and solving complex problems in a research environment

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and skill in a wide variety of technical and scientific applications
• Ability to assess and evaluate the quality of geochemical analytical results
• Ability to interact with service personnel
• Knowledge and skills at computer networking, software and hardware installation and operation
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate purchasing, lab supplies, and equipment repairs and service
• Ability to supervise student projects
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to anticipate and solve problems
• Ability to work independently

Shift

Standard business hours, Monday through Friday. Occasional nights and weekends required to accommodate student schedules.

Travel

Driving

No Driving

Starting Salary/Rate

Expected hiring range: $70,000 - $80,000

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information

Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).