Laboratory Manager
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Job Info

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Department:

Lineberger Compr Cancer Center-426801

Career Area :

Research Professionals

Posting Open Date:

10/14/2024

Application Deadline:

11/15/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

Position Type:

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title:

Laboratory Manager

Appointment Type:

EHRA Non-Faculty Research

Position Number:

20067634

Vacancy ID:

NF0008586

Full Time/Part Time:

Full-Time Permanent

FTE:

1

Hours per week:

40

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

Dependent on Qualifications/Experience

Proposed Start Date:

11/11/2024

Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and organized Lab Manager to join the Ferris Lab in the Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center. This lab investigates mechanisms of anti-tumor immunity in the microenvironment, as well as immune escape mechanisms developed by tumor cells to evade NK and T cells elimination. Dr. Ferris's lab also studies immune checkpoint receptors and cellular immune mechanisms of anti-tumor responses and immunotherapy in phase I and phase II clinical trials, as well as correlative studies of immune markers in the serum and tumor microenvironment. The Lab Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting and overseeing the daily operations of the lab, ensuring the smooth execution of research projects, and maintaining a safe and efficient working environment. This individual will be responsible for a range of activities, including conducting research, providing logistical support, protocol management, data organization and analysis, and contributing to the preparation of grants and publications.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. May require terminal degree and licensure.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Must demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
Must have experience with database and specimen management.
Must have experience working with human tissue (human cell lines & human specimens).
Must possess expertise in both wet lab and dry lab skills.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Priority will be given to candidates who:
Possess a solid understanding of research principles, study design, laboratory processes, data collection and analysis.
Have prior experience with lab management duties in an immunology lab environment.
Can utilize, repair, and operate equipment and instruments essential to the function of the laboratory with minimal supervision.
Possess strong oral and written communication skills to assist in grant writing and proposal development.
Have experience training and/or supervising others in a lab setting.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements:

N/A

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.

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