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Laboratory Manager, Undergraduate Prototyping

New York University
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 19 Dec 2025
💰 $104,500/yr($85,500/yr$104,500/yr)

About the role

Position Summary

The Laboratory Manager will ensure safety and compliance across MakerSpace facilities, the MakerGarage and VIP team workspaces, while also supporting the MakerSpace's partnerships with academic programs and departments, such with the General Engineering program at Tandon. Working closely with students, staff, and researchers, the Manager will promote safe use of equipment and materials and facilitate the timely completion of prototyping and fabrication projects.

Qualifications

Required Education:Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Design, or related fieldPreferred Education:Master's Degree in a related areaRequired Experience:3+ years in manufacturing with metal and wood (including MIG/TIG welding, lathes, saws, power tools), managing labs or maker spaces, supporting educational or project-based activities, supervision, and budget management or equivalent combination of education and experienceRequired Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:Independent thinking, creativity, goal-oriented productivity, ability to implement best practices, proficiency with lab and maker tools (3D printers, CNC machines, electronics), excellent communication and training skills, ability to manage multiple tasks, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of safety protocols and regulatory compliance.

Additional Information

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $85,500.00 to USD $104,500.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items. NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels.

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