Research Scientist 3-Lab Manager - req# 28829 - University of New Mexico

Albuquerque, NM 87131

About the Job

Research Scientist 3

Requisition ID	req28829
Working Title	Research Scientist 3-Lab Manager
Position Grade	13
Position Summary	The McQuate Lab Manager will be expected to: > Set up, operate, and maintain a variety of standard laboratory equipment of moderate complexity, such as microscopes, autoclaves, incubators, and centrifuges. > Monitor, stock, and procure research equipment and supply inventories as appropriate. >Monitor health of research animals (zebrafish) >Practices safety, environmental and/or infection control methods. >Teaches, instructs, and/or updates others in laboratory techniques and equipment usage. >Collects and prepares research samples using experimental design and technique See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment	Successful candidate must submit to a post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check. Additional health screenings may be required, dependent on the nature of the research conducted, as determined by Employee Occupational Health Services.
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications	Knowledge of laboratory materials or media Bachelor's degree, experience directly related to duties and responsibilities specified Preferred, not required: Master's degree in Biology or related field Experience in ordering, budgeting Experience in experimental design/technique Experience working as a lab manager
Additional Requirements
Campus	Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department	AS Biology General Administrative (048F)
Employment Type	Staff
Staff Type	Term - Full-Time
Term End Date	one year from hire
Status	Exempt
Pay	Monthly: $4,856.67 DOE
Benefits Eligible	This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB Statement	As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check Required	Yes
For Best Consideration Date	3/25/2024
Eligible for Remote Work	No
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
Application Instructions	Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application. Cover letter, resume and official transcript should be attached to the application.
*Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular* or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.** The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.

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