Research Lab Manager Jobs in Boston, MA (NOW HIRING)

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.
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Job Summary
Summary:
Carries out a broad range of technically advanced research activities and procedures; evaluates conclusions and has considerable latitude to modify or devise methods and techniques as necessary to achieve desired results; typically supervises technical and sometimes administrative elements of the research unit. Helps onboard new staff and train them in the lab.
Does this position require Patient Care?
No.
Essential Functions:
Develop or have input into modifications of existing assay techniques, experimental protocols, or new procedures.
-Synthesizes and interprets results.
-Prepares written and/or verbal status reports.
-Performs statistical analysis and makes recommendations.
-Independently performs non-routine, highly specialized experimental procedures.
-Composes and may present sections of research reports and manuscripts.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required
Experience:
Experience in an academic or laboratory research setting 3-5 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent communication skills.
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to oversee the work of others.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to identify problems and develop solutions.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and set deadlines.
- Strong database management and overall computer skills.
- Functions with speed, precision and an understanding of theory behind tests and procedures.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Essential Functions (Key Roles & Responsibilities):
- Develops, optimizes, and implements experimental protocols, assay techniques, and research procedures.
- Designs, conducts, and analyzes complex in vitro and in vivo studies focused on autoimmunity, inflammation, and anti-tumor immunity.
- Independently performs non-routine, highly specialized experimental procedures and disease models.
- Maintains and manages large, complex mouse colonies, including breeding strategies, genotyping, colony expansion, and animal transfers.
- Synthesizes, interprets, and communicates experimental findings and research outcomes.
- Performs statistical analyses and provides recommendations for experimental design and data interpretation.
- Oversees laboratory operations, including purchasing, inventory management, material transfers, and equipment coordination.
- Ensures compliance with institutional, regulatory, and safety requirements, including IACUC, IRB, and EHS policies.
- Reviews, edits, and maintains animal use, biosafety, and regulatory protocols and amendments.
- Prepares written and/or verbal status reports.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
60 Fenwood Road
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$55,712 - $82,014.40/Annual
Grade
6
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