Description
ECU’s Department of Research and Graduate Studies (RGS), Brody School of Medicine, seeks a full-time (12-month, Stated Definite Term) Lab Coordinator – Medical Sciences for the flow core lab. The Lab Coordinator will manage the flow cytometry and cell imaging core facilities, performing flow cytometry, cell sorting, and cell imaging, and managing the day-to-day operations of a research laboratory. The Lab Coordinator will be responsible for the following:
Lab Operations: 75%
Responsible for developing and implementing experimental strategy, quality control processes, and technical validation for core customers.
May write grants or be an author of scientific papers.
Analyze data and interpret outcomes of experiments for customers.
Independently directs user scheduling and daily operations of the BSOM flow cytometry and cell imaging core facilities.
Ensures that preventative maintenance and daily calibration of core equipment are scheduled and performed.
Independently troubleshoots and documents technical issues and the corrective actions required.
Directs stock taking, purchasing of reagents, and consumables.
Training: 10%
Trains new users on the various core instrumentation and serves as the educational resource for the core labs.
Maintenance: 10%
Serves as the point of contact for the core labs with vendors regarding service contracts, maintenance, and repairs.
Administrative: 5%
Tracks resource usage and directs the monthly invoicing process.
Completes annual service center assessments and prepares user rate determinations for the Finance central offices.
May provide 1-2 technology seminars each year.
Apply online at https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/89696
Requirements
Master’s degree or higher in biomedical science, physical science, or a related field. Hands-on experience in flow cytometry, cell sorting, and cell imaging is required. Experience in managing the daily operations of a research laboratory is also required.
Experience working with analytical separations (i.e., liquid chromatography) or mass spectrometry is beneficial but not required.
Supervisory experience desired.
