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The Lab Manager role is responsible for supervising and performing technical and administrative tasks on a day-to-day basis in support of the lab's research and operational needs. This role oversees ...

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How much do lab manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for lab manager in Massachusetts is $100,432.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,400.00 and $121,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lab manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lab Manager, you need expertise in laboratory procedures, safety protocols, and scientific analysis, typically supported by a degree in a relevant science field and prior lab experience. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), inventory software, and regulatory compliance certifications such as OSHA or CLIA is often required. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills help manage teams, coordinate projects, and ensure accurate reporting. These abilities are vital for maintaining efficient lab operations, regulatory compliance, and a safe, collaborative work environment.

What does a lab manager do?

A Lab Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a laboratory. Their duties typically include supervising staff, ensuring safety protocols are followed, managing inventory and ordering supplies, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Lab Managers also coordinate experiments and research activities, and may handle budgeting and administrative tasks. Their role is crucial in ensuring the lab runs efficiently and safely.

What are some common challenges faced by lab managers when overseeing a diverse research team?

Lab Managers often encounter challenges related to coordinating schedules, managing conflicting priorities among researchers, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Balancing administrative duties with hands-on support requires strong organizational skills and adaptability, especially when unexpected issues arise, such as equipment malfunctions or supply shortages. Effective communication is key to fostering collaboration and maintaining a productive work environment, as Lab Managers frequently serve as the bridge between researchers, technicians, and external vendors.

What is the difference between Lab Manager vs Laboratory Technician?

AspectLab ManagerLaboratory Technician
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant science, often with management experienceAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in a science or related field
Work EnvironmentOversees lab operations, manages staff, and ensures compliancePerforms routine tests, prepares samples, and maintains lab equipment
ResponsibilitiesSupervises staff, manages budgets, and coordinates projectsConducts experiments, records data, and maintains lab safety

The main difference between a Lab Manager and a Laboratory Technician lies in their responsibilities and level of oversight. Lab Managers focus on managing lab operations, staff, and compliance, while Laboratory Technicians handle hands-on testing and sample preparation. Both roles require relevant scientific credentials, but Lab Managers typically have more experience and managerial skills.

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Infographic showing various Lab Manager job openings in Massachusetts as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,432 per year, or $48.3 per hour.

Laboratory Manager- Waldor Lab

Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI)

Boston, MA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Primary Work Address: 300 Longwood Avenue, Boston, MA, 02115
Current HHMI Employees, click here to apply via your Workday account.
Matthew Waldor wants to understand the principles that govern the interactions between enteric bacterial pathogens and their hosts. Waldor and his team, based at Brigham and Women's Hospital develop animal models and integrate pathogen- and host-directed profiling methods to probe pathogen and host biology during infection. The team often applies and develops emerging technologies to define the genes, proteins, and metabolites that mediate interactions between pathogens and their hosts. Knowledge from these studies is applied in the development of new therapeutics, including a live-attenuated cholera vaccine now being studied in clinical trials. More information about the lab and their work can be found by visiting https://www.waldorlab.com/ .
About the role:
As the Laboratory Manager you will supervise and perform technical and administrative tasks in the Waldor lab, providing support to Dr. Waldor and his laboratory staff, including postdoctoral fellows, research fellows, and graduate students. You will ensure adequate supplies for experimental needs and oversee equipment maintenance, and serve as liaison to HHMI and host institution administrative offices. Given the lab's work with enteric bacterial pathogens and animal models (primarily mice), you will help manage biosafety compliance and animal protocol documentation and may support laboratory research and procedures by performing routine experimental techniques, such as preparation of media, buffers, and stock solutions. You will assist Dr. Waldor with personnel management and will handle standard administrative paperwork, such as new student/fellow intake and reimbursement as well assist with writing animal protocols and overseeing the lab's budget. The Lab Manager will also have the opportunity to have a primary role in research projects.
What we provide:
  • A competitive compensation package with comprehensive health and welfare benefits.
  • Joining the vibrant scientific communities of Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, and the broader Boston biomedical research community.
  • Opportunities for mentorship and professional development.

What you'll do:
  • Manage day-to-day activities within the research laboratory, including ensuring the operation of essential equipment and making sure adequate supplies are available for routine experimental procedures.
  • Maintain laboratory consumables and reagents inventories. Order and receive supplies and equipment.
  • Act as liaison between the laboratory and host biosafety and regulatory offices (Environmental Health and Safety, IACUC, Institutional Biosafety Committee) to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations governing work with bacterial pathogens and animal models.
  • Coordinate amendments and renewals for lab permits, licenses, and protocols, including animal protocols and biosafety approvals.
  • Oversee service contracts and repairs of laboratory equipment. Maintain records of asset locations and participate in periodic asset inventories.
  • Act as liaison between the lab and HHMI, and host institution administrative offices on issues such as procurement, MTAs, lab staff transitions, visas, budgets, and use of host accounts.
  • Develop laboratory guidelines, maintain procedures manuals, evaluate new materials and equipment, and create process improvements for the lab.
  • Train incoming personnel in proper lab conduct and, where applicable, in technical areas and complex processes; may plan for and provide working supervision to research technicians or other laboratory personnel of lower grade.
  • Manage adherence to institutional biosafety and animal care and use standards, keep compliance records/logs current, maintain current knowledge of applicable health and safety regulations, and liaise with host regulatory offices to ensure compliance and participate in periodic regulatory review.
  • Attend and participate in weekly lab meetings; the chosen candidate is also encouraged to engage in science projects.

What you bring:
  • Bachelor's degree required, preferably in a health or physical science, a PhD in biomedical science is preferred.
  • Three or more years of laboratory experience, including at least one year of supervisory experience, preferred.
  • Interest in scientific work and the research being conducted by the lab.
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to plan effectively.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to initiate and compose written communications for various purposes in an appropriate style, along with strong record-keeping skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a diverse population and to succeed in a fast-paced, collaborative laboratory environment.
  • Operational knowledge of advanced lab equipment.
  • Ability to supervise others and develop instructional material for routine training purposes.
  • In-depth understanding of organizational structure both within and outside the work unit, including the role of each position in the group and in other groups.

Physical Requirements:
Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about workspace. The position requires mobility, including the ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet). Work may involve possible exposure to malodorous vapors, low dose radiation, contamination by toxic chemicals and acids and presence of carcinogenic substances.
Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Please Note:
This job description sets forth the job's principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however. Unless they begin with the word "may," the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are "essential functions" of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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Compensation and Benefits
Our employees are compensated from a total rewards perspective in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our Benefits at HHMI site to learn more.
Hiring Pay Range
$78,320.00 - $97,900.00
Pay Type:
Annual
The posted range reflects HHMI's good faith estimate of the anticipated hiring salary range for this role at the time of posting. Actual hiring compensation is determined by a candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity.
HHMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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