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Research Lab Supervisor - Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences

Washington University in St. Louis
Scott Rudolph Hall, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 15 Jan 2025
💰 $100,000/yr($55,200/yr$100,000/yr)

About the role

Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

Performs and oversees research projects or laboratory processes. Oversees other personnel and equipment.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Assists in the operations and management of a biogeochemistry lab, including:

  • Performs laboratory administrative functions such as scheduling, purchasing and establishing record-keeping systems.
  • Supervises laboratory staff assigned, assuring appropriate study procedures, review of staff work, explaining policies and procedures and screening of new employees.
  • Develops procedure manuals and operational/technical guidelines for lab studies.
  • Participates in lab study processes, maintaining records and preparing reports as required.
  • Researches and recommends new methods and procedures to maintain current capabilities, quality and standards.

Working Conditions:

  • Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
  • Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animal.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.


Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.


Work Experience:

Laboratory (3 Years)


Skills:

Supervisory Management


Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Washington University seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.


Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.


Work Experience:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills:

Interpersonal Communication, Laboratory Instrumentation, Laboratory Processes, Leadership

Grade

R11

Salary Range

$55,200.00 - $100,000.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

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