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Lab Manager - Pittsburgh, PA

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

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This Lab Manager position is necessary to support the active and expanding research program led by ... Andrea Medrano in the Department of Psychology, which encompasses multiple complex, mixed-methods ...

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A Psychology Lab Manager oversees the daily operations of a psychology research laboratory. They assist with designing experiments, managing research participants, maintaining lab equipment, and ensuring compliance with ethical guidelines. Additionally, they may supervise research assistants, handle data organization, and coordinate administrative tasks. Their role supports faculty and researchers in conducting high-quality psychological studies efficiently.

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As a Psychology Lab Manager, your daily tasks usually include coordinating research activities, overseeing experiment setup, managing participant recruitment and scheduling, and maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies. You'll also be responsible for monitoring data collection, ensuring compliance with ethical standards, and assisting with the training of research assistants or students. Regularly communicating with faculty, students, and collaborators helps ensure that projects stay on track and problems are quickly addressed. This multifaceted role offers a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to be closely involved in impactful psychological research projects.

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To thrive as a Psychology Lab Manager, you need a strong background in experimental psychology or a related field, organizational skills, and experience with research methodology, often supported by a bachelor's or master's degree. Familiarity with statistical software (such as SPSS or R), lab management systems, and adherence to ethical research practices are crucial. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and leadership skills help manage research teams and coordinate multiple projects effectively. These competencies are essential for maintaining efficient lab operations, ensuring data integrity, and supporting groundbreaking psychological research.

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Lab Manager/Project Coordinator

Lab Manager/Project Coordinator

Loyola University Chicago

Chicago, IL • On-site

$20/hr

Part-time

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Position Details
Position Details
Job Title
COORDINATOR HSC
Position Number
8300168
Work Modality
Fully In-Person
Is this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP?
no
Job Category
University Staff
Job Type
Part-Time
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Campus
Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Department Name
PSYCHOLOGY
Location Code
PSYCHOLOGY (02119A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
No
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Under general supervision, coordinates daily activities of research project(s) within a department.
  • Other duties as assigned.

To learn more about the research lab, please see www.cirrclelab.com. Please contact the director of CIRRCLE lab, Dr. Sungha Kang for any questions: skang@luc.edu
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Bachelor's degree in psychology, education, or related fields and at least one year of either research or clinical experience.
Qualifications
Preferred qualifications:
• Strong knowledge of Chicagoland communities and commitment for community-engaged research
• Outstanding organization and communication skills
• Dependable, reliable, and punctual
• Versatile
• Available to work evenings and possibly weekends when necessary
• Proficiency in Spanish a plus
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
Experience with statistical analyses, qualitative analyses, and/or Microsoft Excel is a plus.
Computer Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; familiarity with common survey software (Qualtrics) and statistical programs (SPSS)
Supervisory Responsibilities
No
Required operation of university owned vehicles
No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?
No
Physical Demands
None
Working Conditions
Irregular Hours
Open Date
04/16/2026
Close Date
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate
$20/hr
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate
$18/hr
Special Instructions to Applicants
As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago's mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university's focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.
About Loyola University Chicago
Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.
Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here.
Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University's Nondiscrimination Policy.
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