Laboratory Manager -Cancer Center (Bioanalytical Lab)

DepartmentSOM KC Cancer Center AdministrationClinical ResearchPosition TitleLaboratory Manager -Cancer Center (Bioanalytical Lab)Job Family GroupProfessional StaffJob Description SummaryThe Laboratory Manager will assist the Director of Bioanalytical Lab with management of all day-to-day activities. Responsible for coordination of bioanalytical specimen transfer, coordination of daily laboratory activities, supplies purchasing, and laboratory equipment maintenance. Perform all lab duties. Assist with management of staff, co-direct all lab activities, delegate daily lab activities based on project priority, and communicate extensively with all project personnel and with study sponsors.Job DescriptionJob Duties Outlined:Responsible for support with oversight of bioanalytical specimen transfer, bioanalytical data and supplies per protocol requirements. Ensure accurate and timely bioanalysis of specimens from preclinical and clinical trials.Assist the Director of Bioanalytical Lab with management of disposal of bio-hazardous materials, chemical waste, sharps and other hazardous materials according to policy and strictly adhere to safety and infection control procedures.Recognize sources of error and initiate corrective action when indicated. Assure appropriate personnel have been contacted and the incident documented according to SOP's. Responsible for quality assurance/quality improvement activities related to sample handling, processing and bioanalytical reports.Collaborate with laboratory and research staff. Coordinate daily activities and works closely with all Bioanalytical Lab staff. Consult supervisor when appropriate if a situation requires assistance and vice versa.Support upper management using effective sample/inventory tracking tools to provide consistent and accurate project status. Review all active project-related protocols and laboratory manuals in the Bioanalytical Lab/Clinical Pharmacology Shared Resource and aid as needed.Ensure that all lab equipment is calibrated, maintained and operable and keeps appropriate documentation.Meet with staff to ensure all project needs are being met.Attends and actively participates in Bioanalytical Lab meetings, Shared Resource meetings, and coordinates any meetings with project sponsors as needed.Assist the Director Bioanalytical Lab with writing/revising SOP'S and Guidance Documents to improve quality assurance and create a standard process for lab operation.This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Required QualificationsWork Experience:6 years' experience in a lab setting. Education can be substituted on a year for year basis. Bioanalysis knowledge.Experience with LC-MS/MS, ELISA, and colorimetric assay, and data processing/analysis.EducationPreferred Qualifications: Bachelor's in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology.Management or supervision of laboratory staff.SkillsTime management skills.Communication and interpersonal skills.Multi-taskingOrganizationComputerRequired DocumentsResume/CVComprehensive Benefits PackageCoverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.htmlEmployee TypeRegularTime TypeFull timeRate TypeSalaryCompensation StatementThe pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.Pay Range$60,800.00 - $91,200.00Minimum$60,800.00Midpoint$76,000.00Maximum$91,200.00Application InstructionsTo learn more and apply online, please visit https://kumc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/kumc-jobs/job/Kansas-City-Metro-Area/Laboratory-Manager--Cancer-Center--Bioanalytical-Lab-_JR009924 or go to https://careers.kumc.edu/ and search for position number JR009924.Applications must be submitted directly through the KU Medical Center website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or this website will NOT be reviewed or considered.About KU Medical CenterThe University of Kansas Medical Center’s mission is to educate exceptional health care professionals through a full range of undergraduate, graduate, professional, postdoctoral and continuing education programs in the schools of Medicine, Nursing and Health Professions. KU Medical Center also advances the health sciences through world-class research programs; provides compassionate and state-of-the-art patient care in an academic medical center environment; and works with communities in every Kansas county to improve the health of Kansans. Learn more at www.kumc.edu.BenefitsKUMC offers a range of great benefits that support employees and eligible family members. Our health insurance benefits begin on hire date and KUMC offers other exciting benefits such as paid parental leave, generous employer retirement contributions and other resources to improve health and well-being. 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