Manager Laboratory Programs

Versiti is a fusion of donors, scientific curiosity, and precision medicine that recognize the gifts of blood and life are precious. We are home to the world-renowned Blood Research Institute, we enable life saving gifts from our donors, and provide the science behind the medicine through our diagnostic laboratories. Versiti brings together outstanding minds with unparalleled experience in transfusion medicine, transplantation, stem cells and cellular therapies, oncology and genomics, diagnostic lab services, and medical and scientific expertise. This combination of skill and knowledge results in improved patient outcomes, higher quality services and reduced cost of care for hospitals, blood centers, hospital systems, research and educational institutions, and other health care providers. At Versiti, we are passionate about improving the lives of patients and helping our healthcare partners thrive.

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, oversees, develops, improves, and implements laboratory techniques and performs complex experiments or tests to contribute to the timely and accurate completion of the research project(s). The Laboratory Manager is expected to proactively provide solutions for the lab's needs for compliance, purchasing and documentation, inventory management, and staff management. Works independently and plans and coordinates the work of the research team, including trainees and technologists involved in the research projects. At the discretion of the Principal Investigator, may be responsible for many leadership tasks, including staff training and direction, experimental design and implementation, and assessment of performance. This role will work closely with both the PI and Administrative Program Manager.

• →Master's Degree Master’s or M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent degree (e.g. D.Sc.) from an accredited college or university in biology, chemistry or equivalent scientific discipline required
• →Appropriate education and/or experience may be substituted on equivalent basis required

• 1-3 years of postdoctoral experience required
• 4-6 years relevant research laboratory experience required

• Demonstrated ability to independently apply understanding of scientific theory to the structure and execution of research experiments. required
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and explain the theoretical basis of the work performed. required
• Ability to perform research procedures independently. required
• Proficiency in basic and sophisticated tests and procedures required in the scientific field. required
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills, including scientific writing. required
• Strong detail orientation and analytical ability. required
• Excellent problem-solving skills. required
• Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks and meet deadlines. required
• Generates clear and complete records of experimental work. required
• Communicates results of research at meetings required
• Participates in publication and presentation of research. required
• Ability to supervise, coordinate and plan the work of several individuals involved in a research project. required
• Previous supervisory experience, or a proven track record of progressively increasing levels of pertinent administrative experience in a laboratory setting. required

• Personal Computer (desk top, lap top, tablet) required
• General office equipment (computer, printer, fax, copy machine) required
• Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required
• List other tools and technology required required