Laboratory Manager I

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:

• Curriculum Vitae

• Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)

Inquiries should be addressed to:

Jorge Bonilla

Professor and Search Chair

j.alfred.bonilla@uwrf.edu

Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before March 23, 2025.

Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to:https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf.

UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.

Posting Details

Position Information

UW - System Position Title Laboratory Manager I

Business Title

Major Department Code Biology (J061600)

Appointment Type Academic Staff-Fixed Term Terminal

FLSA Status Exempt

FTE (Percentage of Appointment) 100

Typical Working Schedule

40 hours per week

Hybrid or On Campus On Campus

Position Summary

The Department of Biology at UW-River Falls seeks a Laboratory Manager I who is responsible for overseeing the technical activities, operations, planning, and policy development of the department’s laboratory services. This role ensures the quality control and regulatory compliance of laboratory activities, coordinates multiple projects and staff, and supports both teaching labs and research facilities. Additionally, the Laboratory Manager plays a critical role in maintaining safe, clean, and organized lab spaces following the UWRF Risk Management Department’s safety requirements. This position also manages inventory orders and ensures proper equipment maintenance to meet the departmental supply needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty and student workers in locating necessary supplies or equipment, operating equipment, and coordinating the use schedules for lab rooms and equipment.

• Lead and supervise the daily laboratory operations and student workers concerning laboratory cleaning, restocking, and general maintenance tasks.

• Manages basic stock supply inventory and orders materials for teaching and research labs as requested by faculty.

• Perform routine maintenance on lab equipment and coordinate repairs or replacements as needed. Identify, propose, and implement new or revised operational policies and procedures in alignment with teaching and research goals.

• Communicate with the department chairperson and group processor regarding budget management, purchasing records, student payroll, and facilities maintenance requests.

  Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Required Qualifications:

• Expert knowledge of standard laboratory procedures;

• Proficiency in following protocols for preparing laboratory materials.

• Capability to troubleshoot issues related to laboratory equipment.

• Competence in managing departmental inventory of supplies and equipment.

• Understanding of the proper handling of hazardous materials.

• Experience in budget monitoring and ordering supplies for laboratory use (in collaboration with Group Processor).

• Effective communication skills for managing student workers and their schedules.

• Capacity to train student workers in proper laboratory protocols and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in Biology, Life Science, or a related field.

  Posting Detail Information

  Posting Number AAF01033

  Number of Vacancies 1

  Desired Start Date 08/25/2025

  Position End Date (if temporary)

  Open Date 03/05/2025

  Closing Date

  Applicant Review Date 03/24/2025

  Open Until Filled Yes

  Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:

• Curriculum Vitae

• Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)

Inquiries should be addressed to:

Jorge Bonilla

Professor and Search Chair

j.alfred.bonilla@uwrf.edu

Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before March 23, 2025.

Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to:https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf.

UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.

Legal Notices

EEO/AA Statement

UW-River Falls is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer subject to all state and federal regulations pertaining to non-discrimination based upon sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, marital status, age, arrest and/or conviction record, veteran or military status. All persons, especially women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of your identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

Title IX Notice

As required by Title IX and federal regulations, UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRF’s Title IX Coordinator at titleix@uwrf.edu; the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information, please see uwrf.edu/titleIX.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies can be viewed at https://www.uwrf.edu/Police/Annual-Security-Report.cfm or call University Police at 715-425-3133 for a paper copy.

Criminal Background Check and Reference Check Policy

Employment will require a criminal background check. Final candidates will be required to provide three professional references with at least one being a prior supervisor. Misconduct checks will be completed and a personnel file review for any University of Wisconsin or State employee within the past seven years prior to hire per UW System Administrative Policy 1275.

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