University of Arizona · 1 month ago
Laboratory Coordinator II
Tucson, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$53K/yr - $66K/yr
3+ years expThe University of Arizona is seeking a Laboratory Coordinator II for the Center for Innovation in Brain Science (CIBS), which focuses on addressing neurodegenerative diseases. The role involves coordinating lab operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and supporting research experiments under the direction of principal investigators.
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Responsibilities
Assist with orientation and training staff, students, visiting scientists, and new lab members in application and use of scientific equipment
Coordinate all administrative aspects of lab including including ordering/procurement of equipment, inventory and maintenance, disposal, and ensuring the lab is meeting compliance requirements
Under the PI's direction, coordinate the implementation and maintenance of compliance with SOPs and other regulations to ensure laboratory safety, efficiency, and quality control
Provide support in maintaining multiple ticket systems for requests (Facilities management and IT, in addition to computer management of all CIBS workstations
Maintain inventory and check-out of cryogenically stored cells, surplus and U of A financial asset audit
Support and maintain research experiments/methods under the direction of principal investigators, including following: animal research protocols, processing biological and specimen collection, performing laboratory assays, and organizing data collection and documentation
Maintain research facilities and equipment, and coordinate outsourcing to service vendors as needed
Coordinate and perform preventative maintenance, assist with service contracts, and make repairs as needed
Coordinate storing and shipment of biological specimens and chemical substances, making sure they are appropriately handled per regulatory requirements
Coordinate submission of IACUC, Chemical and Biosafety protocols and maintain laboratory compliance with all University regulatory requirements
Under the direction of the PI, may participate with annual RLSS inspection and bi-annual IACUC inspections in laboratory spaces
Under the direction of the PI, assist in meeting the education, certification, and training requirements for all lab personnel
Assist laboratory members with performance of basic lab techniques
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required
3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Preferred
Experience with basic molecular biology techniques
Experience with Animal Care Protocols
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance plans
Life insurance and disability programs
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members
Retirement plans
Access to U of A recreation and cultural activities
Company
University of Arizona
University of Arizona is a public research university that offers bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and professional degree courses.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$88.9MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyGoogle.orgNational Science Foundation
2024-12-10Grant· $0.61M
2024-06-04Grant· $1M
2023-09-07Grant· $30M
Leadership Team
Chad Herzog
Associate Vice President, Arizona Arts
Lanita Collette
Acting CIO, Deputy CIO
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