What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Manager I position at University of Wisconsin- River Falls?
Posting Details
Position Information
UW - System Position Title
Laboratory Manager I
Business Title
Major Department Code
Biology (J061600)
Appointment Type
Academic Staff-Fixed Term Terminal
FLSA Status
Exempt
FTE (Percentage of Appointment)
100
Typical Working Schedule
40 hours per week
Hybrid or On Campus
On Campus
Position Summary
The Laboratory Manager oversees the department’s laboratory services’ technical activities, operations, planning, and policy development. This includes coordinating the efforts of multiple projects and staff to ensure quality control and regulatory compliance. The Laboratory Manager ensures efficient and effective departmental operations while supporting teaching labs and research facilities. They coordinate student efforts to maintain clean and organized lab facilities that meet the safety requirements of the UWRF Risk Management Department. Additionally, they manage inventory orders and equipment maintenance to fulfill departmental supply needs.
Responsibilities
- Assist faculty and student workers in locating necessary supplies or equipment, operating equipment, and coordinating the use schedules for lab rooms and equipment.
- Lead and supervise the daily laboratory operations and student workers concerning laboratory cleaning, restocking, and general maintenance tasks.
- Manages basic stock supply inventory and orders materials for teaching and research labs as requested by faculty.
- Perform routine maintenance on lab equipment and coordinate repairs or replacements as needed. Identify, propose, and implement new or revised operational policies and procedures in alignment with teaching and research goals.
- Communicate with the department chairperson and group processor regarding budget management, purchasing records, student payroll, and facilities maintenance requests.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Required Qualifications:
- Expert knowledge of standard laboratory procedures;
- Proficiency in following protocols for preparing laboratory materials.
- Capability to troubleshoot issues related to laboratory equipment.
- Competence in managing departmental inventory of supplies and equipment.
- Understanding of the proper handling of hazardous materials.
- Experience in budget monitoring and ordering supplies for laboratory use (in collaboration with Group Processor).
- Effective communication skills for managing student workers and their schedules.
- Capacity to train student workers in proper laboratory protocols and procedures.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
AAF01033
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
08/25/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
03/05/2025
Closing Date
Applicant Review Date
03/24/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)
Inquiries should be addressed to:
Jorge Bonilla
Jorge Bonilla
Professor and Search Chair
j.alfred.bonilla@uwrf.edu
Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before March 23, 2025.
Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to:.
UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.
Legal Notices
EEO/AA Statement
UW-River Falls is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer subject to all state and federal regulations pertaining to non-discrimination based upon sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, marital status, age, arrest and/or conviction record, veteran or military status. All persons, especially women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of your identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
Title IX Notice
As required by Title IX and federal regulations, UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRF’s Title IX Coordinator at titleix@uwrf.edu; the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information, please see uwrf.edu/titleIX.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies can be viewed at or call University Police at 715-425-3133 for a paper copy.
Criminal Background Check and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. Final candidates will be required to provide three professional references with at least one being a prior supervisor. Misconduct checks will be completed and a personnel file review for any University of Wisconsin or State employee within the past seven years prior to hire per UW System Administrative Policy 1275.
Other Notices
Supplemental Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
