The Southwest Fisheries Science Center (SWFSC) in La Jolla, CA, seeks
a lab manager for its Molecular Ecology Laboratory. Responsibilities
include production of high quality genetic data for phylogenetic and
population structure studies primarily of marine mammals and sea
turtles by:
· overseeing daily operations of the genetics laboratory and its
systems,
· training laboratory personnel and students in basic laboratory
techniques,
· serving as liaison between project investigators and laboratory
staff,
· supervising laboratory technicians,
· tracking status of all projects moving through the lab,
· providing technical guidance, problem solving, and troubleshooting
of laboratory methods
· procurement of laboratory supplies and equipment,
· ensuring maintenance of laboratory equipment and environment
· providing fiscal oversight of laboratory budget and maintenance of
a cost effective research environment
He/she must communicate with and report to principle investigators and
collaborators on a regular basis, and be familiar with relational
databases for laboratory data input, quality control, and tracking of
projects.
Additionally, she/he will: Oversee development and testing of new
technologies and protocols to improve our data quality and efficiency;
Introduce and evaluate new technology to improve our research
capacity; Track and manage the laboratory budget using MS Access and
Oracle databases; Assist in the development, monitoring, and
maintenance of project budget and schedules; Produce and provide data
to other laboratories within NMFS, to international organizations such
as the International Whaling Commission, and to collaborators;
Coordinate lab activities with members of other programs and divisions
within the SWFSC
Required Qualifications: Ability to effectively communicate and
interact with staff in a team-based environment. Requires a high
degree of autonomy, flexibility, independent judgment, and leadership
skills. Bachelor’s degree or higher in biology or related field, at
least 3 years experience with molecular genetics research methods
including DNA extraction, microsatellite genotyping, SNP genotyping,
and DNA sequencing, and experience with overseeing the operation of a
lab, including procurement, training of new personnel, data quality
control and assurance, and project management.
Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates who
pay attention to detail, have good organizational skills, and can work
collaboratively with others.
This is a full-time position with a two year term limit, but with
potential for extension. Salary commensurate with experience and will
include benefits. Candidates must be U.S. Citizens. The job is
currently open for applications through January 23, through the web
site www.usajobs.com. Please contact Phil Morin for details ([EMAIL PROTECTED]
). http://swfsc.noaa.gov/prd.aspx
Announcement Number: NMF-SWC-2008-0008
Position: Supervisory Research Biologist (Lab Manager), ZP-401-III
Location: La Jolla, CA
Open: January 2, 2008
Close: January 23, 2008
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