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Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) · 1 hour ago

Laboratory Manager II - Boyden Lab

Cambridge, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$96K/yr - $156K/yr

5+ years exp

Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) is seeking a Laboratory Manager II for the Synthetic Neurobiology Group at the MIT McGovern Institute. This role is essential for overseeing the operational, regulatory, and logistical functions of the laboratory, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and managing various laboratory protocols.

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Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Oversee equipment moves, installations, repairs, and routine maintenance; serve as the primary point of contact for vendor visits and technical support

Coordinate, draft, and support approval of amendments and renewals for biosafety, chemical safety, animal use, and occasional human-use protocols

Serve as liaison with MIT Environmental Health and Safety, the Department of Comparative Medicine, Facilities, Housekeeping, and external vendors

Lead monthly and annual inspections and ensure laboratory compliance with all safety and regulatory standards

Onboard new lab members in regulatory and safety practices; ensure group members receive and maintain required training; assist with exit procedures

Provide corrective guidance when skills or conduct require improvement

Assign stewardship responsibilities for lab equipment and rooms; support team members in their assigned roles, including coverage during absences

Oversee hazardous waste management, liquid nitrogen and gas cylinder ordering and inventory, and general lab supply purchasing and organization

Manage animal ordering and monitor mouse and zebrafish colony rooms

Maintain documentation, organizational systems, and operational workflows that support a large multidisciplinary research team

Qualification

Laboratory managementBiosafety protocolsChemical safetyAnimal use protocolsMicrosoft Office proficiencyDocumentation skillsDetail orientationInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsSelf-motivation

Required

Master's degree in biology or a related technical discipline

At least five years of experience in a research laboratory and a minimum of three years as a research laboratory manager, ideally in a multidisciplinary, bioengineering, or neuroscience environment

Experience writing and editing laboratory protocols, including live animal, biosafety, chemical, and—ideally—human-use protocols

Strong detail orientation and exceptional organizational, planning, interpersonal, and communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat/Illustrator

Ability to work independently; strong interest in science and in building and implementing new initiatives

Ability to prioritize, multitask, and manage the day-to-day operations of a large (~50-person) research group

Willingness to be available during nights/weekends on occasion for urgent or emergency situations

Preferred

Degree or training in veterinary science

Knowledge of laboratory animal procedures and regulations (AAALAC)

Experience with hazardous waste regulations and general lab safety procedures

Strong documentation skills and familiarity with common laboratory equipment, including ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment when needed

Ability to act as an effective liaison to institutional regulatory bodies and external vendors

Self-motivation, commitment to high quality standards, and a service-oriented mindset

Benefits

Exceptional health benefits

Retirement plans

Time off

A range of recognition and wellness programs

Company

Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI)

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Founded in 1953, HHMI invests in scientists at all career stages who make discoveries that advance human health and our fundamental understanding of biology.

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