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Missouri University of Science and Technology · 1 day ago

RESEARCH LAB SUPERVISOR #00075141

Rolla, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$53K/yr - $68K/yr

2+ years exp

Missouri University of Science and Technology is seeking a Research Lab Supervisor to oversee the personnel and operations of a large research laboratory. The role involves managing research projects, coordinating with faculty, and ensuring safety and efficiency in lab operations.

EducationHigher EducationUniversities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Supervises the personnel and active role in operational activities of a large research laboratory

Works within and helps establish standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines relative to research execution safely

Must be able to make decisions related to prioritizing research projects for the limited facilities space and equipment on a day-to-day basis and give input on larger scale and timeframes

Must be able to schedule and manage work orders, prioritizing jobs as they are received from multiple sources

Manage the machinist shop; Machine various common and exotic materials, including stainless steel, copper, nickel, kovar, titanium, molybdenum, carbon, glass, and ceramics into components and parts; using metal lathes, drill press, CNC milling machine and various hand and power tools

Performs a variety of specialized or complex procedures, such as research apparatus design and fabrication, and makes recommendations for improvement/efficiency, as necessary

Integrate the technical needs of faculty proposed research plans, with the physical limitations of the facilities and capabilities of our students, while maintaining a safe and productive work environment

Prepares any report of work performed by the machinist shop; Prepare materials lists for project billing to present to the researcher for funding code before purchasing materials. Provide project costs to researchers on prospective proposals

Exchanges straightforward information, asks questions, and checks for understanding; Discusses new projects with faculty and senior research personnel to determine what needs to be done and what purchases need to be made in apparatus design, fabrication and use

Researches and analyzes information and uses standard practices to make informed judgments and recommendations for research execution and facilities utilization

Discuss projects with faculty to determine how to design and create research equipment and apparatus for each experiment

Provide input on how design may be improved for function, efficiency, and safety

Performs routine analytical assignments using existing procedures in lab operations, instrument operations and calibrations

Coordinates external projects with other departments and with off-campus collaborators

Prepares studies and reports that assist senior level associates. Discuss the goals of research projects with faculty and students to impact experimental design

Assists in the coordination of quality control procedures within the research function

Uses existing procedures to solve standard problems

Has leadership impact and performance impact on technician work team

Develops working relationships with internal parties and may work with external parties, as needed

Prepare for departmental visits in setting up and presenting a staff presence and showing technical competencies

Must be able to help further advance the wide variety of different types of research that are covered in the department

Qualification

Machining experienceCNC operationManual machine operationWelding proficiencyResearch apparatus designSupervisory experienceMaterial handlingSafety oversight

Required

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary