Laboratory Operations Manager - 2115

Bachelor's Degree in a science related discipline and two years of direct laboratory experience in an occupational or research setting; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Some management and inventory control experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Five years of direct laboratory experience is preferred.

Teaching, research, and service

UNC-Pembroke is seeking a Laboratory Operations Manager to maintain and manage facilities associated with UNCP's Biology and Environmental Science programs. The Laboratory Operations Manager will work with UNCP faculty and staff to support activities related to teaching and research and community outreach.

The Laboratory Operations Manager provides management and technical support associated with labs and projects in the biological sciences including molecular, animal, plant, and environmental courses and projects. This would include preparation of materials, maintenance of equipment, up-to-date inventories of materials and facilities and clear communication with department managers regarding material needs, purchase of supplies and materials, budgeting, invoices, and logging of purchases. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated ability of the aforementioned position tasks as well as the ability to work with diverse audiences including and not limited to undergraduate students, faculty, staff, and other members of the wider community.

Five years of direct laboratory experience is preferred.

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.