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Stanford University · 2 months ago

Laboratory Services Manager (2 Year Fixed Term)

Stanford, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$93K/yr - $105K/yr

3+ years exp

Stanford University is seeking a 2 year fixed term Laboratory Services Manager to maintain the laboratory facilities and supervise staff supporting the operations of one or more complex research and teaching facilities. The role involves overseeing facility operations, managing equipment and budgets, and ensuring health and safety compliance.

EducationHigher EducationUniversities

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Oversee the operation and management of a research or teaching facility; schedule and coordinate use of equipment and/or facility

Negotiate and monitor equipment service contracts and warranties with vendors

Determine equipment needs, authorize purchase of equipment, and oversee installation of equipment and instruments in collaboration with facilities services staff

Perform and/or coordinate preventative maintenance and repair of all equipment; determine proper method of repair

Oversee layout, allocation, and tracking of space among multiple labs; manage logistics of laboratory moves; implement plans for renovations of equipment and or/facilities in collaboration with facilities services staff

Administer and prepare budgets that include several funding sources

Administer health and safety programs and ensure safety compliance; act as resource on safety procedures; provide instruction on routine basis; liaise with school and/or university health and safety office as appropriate

Direct work of other staff, including supervision, hiring, promotions, and terminations; determine staffing needs, and ensure efficient utilization of staff

Qualification

Operations ManagementBudgetingSafety ComplianceProject ManagementGrant PreparationLab AdministrationDigital PlatformsSupervisory ExperienceCustomer Service SkillsMultilingual CapabilitiesCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree and two years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience

Understanding of academic research facility needs

General background in a discipline related to the work of specific lab(s)

Demonstrated supervisory experience

Demonstrated experience managing multiple budgets

Knowledge and experience in managing facilities, operations, maintenance, space, and equipment administration in a research or teaching setting

Excellent communication and customer services skills

Ability to coordinate and manage multiple projects in a complex and technical environment

Familiarity with health and safety compliance regulations

Preferred

Equivalent of a Bachelor of Science in Project Management with experience in operations management, financial management, and research administration. (Foreign equivalent is accepted)

3+ years of progressively responsible project and operations management experience, including in research and academic environments

Proven success managing large-scale research portfolios

Demonstrated expertise in grant preparation, budgeting, compliance, and reporting

Experience with lab administration, including equipment management, inventory systems, space allocation, and vendor coordination

Experience in safety and compliance management, including IRB submissions, training, and adherence to Stanford University protocols

Specialized experience managing sensitive biological materials and biobank collaborations

Strong skills in digital platforms and project management systems (Notion, Evernote, Slack, Office 365, Google Workspace)

Experience supervising, training, and onboarding staff to ensure operational efficiency

Excellent skills in strategic communication, public relations, and digital engagement to increase lab visibility and research impact

Technical proficiency in IT systems, web development, and digital platforms supporting research operations

Bilingual/Multilingual capabilities preferred

Benefits

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package.

The Cardinal at Work website ( https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards ) provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees.

Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.