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Lab Manager

Hyde Park, VT

$21.79 - $28.20/hr

Staff and Temporary Employees - Kinzler About the Department Since its founding in 1893, the Department of Psychology has been renowned for scientific research and scholarship that cuts across ...

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

To thrive as a Library Temporary, you typically need attention to detail, organizational skills, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with library cataloging systems, integrated library systems (ILS), and basic office software is often required. Strong customer service, adaptability, and communication skills help you assist patrons and work effectively with staff. These skills ensure smooth daily operations and a positive experience for library users.

What are some common challenges faced by Library Temporary staff, and how can they be addressed?

Library Temporary staff often need to quickly adapt to new systems, workflows, and teams, which can be challenging given the short duration of their assignments. They may encounter a steep learning curve when familiarizing themselves with cataloging software, library policies, or customer service protocols. Proactively asking questions, seeking guidance from permanent staff, and taking advantage of orientation materials can help ease the transition. Staying organized and open to feedback enables temporary staff to contribute effectively and build valuable experience for future roles.

What are Library Temporary positions?

Library Temporary positions are short-term roles within a library, often filled to cover staff absences, special projects, or seasonal increases in workload. These positions can include a variety of duties such as shelving books, assisting patrons, checking materials in and out, and helping with library programs. Temporary staff may work part-time or full-time, depending on the library's needs, and typically do not receive the same benefits as permanent employees. These roles are a great way to gain experience in a library setting and learn about library operations.

What is the difference between Library Temporary vs Library Assistant?

AspectLibrary TemporaryLibrary Assistant
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some positions may require library courseworkHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles prefer library or customer service experience
Work EnvironmentShort-term assignments in various libraries, often with flexible hoursFull-time or part-time roles within library settings, regular hours
Employer & Industry UsageTemporary staffing agencies, libraries hiring for short-term needsPublic, academic, or special libraries as a regular staff member

Library Temporary roles are short-term, often through staffing agencies, focusing on filling immediate library needs. Library Assistants are regular staff members with ongoing responsibilities. Both roles require similar credentials but differ mainly in duration and employment type.

What are the most commonly searched types of Library jobs in Vermont? The most popular types of Library jobs in Vermont are:
Lab Manager

$21.79 - $28.20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


University Of Chicago rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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Job description

Department

SSD Psychology: Staff and Temporary Employees - Kinzler


About the Department

Since its founding in 1893, the Department of Psychology has been renowned for scientific research and scholarship that cuts across traditional disciplinary boundaries. Today, this broad and integrative vision of psychological science is reflected in the diversity of laboratories and collaborations within the Department, as well as research initiatives that connect psychology to other areas of the University and beyond. This vision also is reflected in the Department's teaching. The PhD program encourages students to take advantage of the many research opportunities at the University, emphasizing intellectual breadth as well as training in specific areas. Similarly, the undergraduate curriculum emphasizes faculty-taught courses and research opportunities, making Psychology one of the most popular majors at the University.


Job Summary

The Development of Social Cognition Lab (https://dsclab.uchicago.edu; led by Professor Katherine Kinzler) and the Developmental Investigations of Behavior & Strategy (DIBS) Laboratory (https://www.dibslab.uchicago.edu/; led by Professor Alex Shaw) are hiring a Lab Manager to manage their developmental psychology research programs, including their virtual kids' testing lab, Social Kids Lab Online: https://dsclab.uchicago.edu/parents/.Research topics focus on the development of social cognition and moral reasoning in childhood.
The job provides technical support activities related to scientific research projects. Ensures compliance of research activities with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates. Assists in drafting presentations on research findings.

Responsibilities

  • Manage multiple parts of the research projects, including the following activities: supporting the research of a diverse group of graduate student, postdoctoral and undergraduate researchers.
  • Stimuli preparation and experimental design.
  • Interface with family, museum, and school partners.
  • Perform editorial and copy-editing functions as needed.
  • Assists with the installation, sets up and performs experiments; interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator.
  • Manage and extending our online database for testing participants.
  • Outreach, communication, and public facing aspects of the lab's work to parents, educators, and broader audiences.
  • Manage grant activities and aiding with the development grant proposals.
  • Provides technical and administrative support for a research project.
  • Collects and enters data. Assists in analyzing data. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
  • Performs other related work as needed.


Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).


Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.


Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

  • BA in Psychology or a related field.

Experience:

  • Relevant research experience.

Application Documents

  • Resume (required)
  • Cover letter (required)
  • References (required)


When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.


Job Family

Research


Role Impact

Individual Contributor


Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5


Drug Test Required

No


Health Screen Required

No


Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No


Pay Rate Type

Hourly


FLSA Status

Non-Exempt


Pay Range

$21.79 - $28.20

The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.


Benefits Eligible

Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.


Posting Statement

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

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