Environmental Soil Chemistry Laboratory Manager

Position Details Posting Number:
G/R28741P

Working Title:
Environmental Soil Chemistry Laboratory Manager

Department:
CAES-Crop & Soil Sciences

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Employment Type:
Employee

Additional Schedule Information:

Advertised Salary:
Commensurate with Experience

Anticipated Start Date:
05/01/2025

Posting Date:
03/21/2025

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area

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Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities:
Grant and Project Management

• Serve as project manager for grant-funded research in the ESC Lab.
• Develop and maintain project schedules to ensure timely completion of tasks and sample analyses
• Coordinate project meetings, maintaining documentation and reporting for funded activities
• Oversee sample throughput, ensuring efficient processing and analysis workflows
• Monitor employee performance in completing experiments and sample analysis, addressing challenges proactively

Percentage of time:
35

Duties/Responsibilities:
Grant Funded Research

• Conduct laboratory experiments following established protocols in collaboration with the PI
• Assist students and postdocs with research experiments and troubleshoot technical challenges
• Oversee sample preparation, processing, and analysis workflows, ensuring adherence to quality control measures
• Coordinate with external laboratories and facilities for collaborative research and specialized analyses.

Percentage of time:
35

Duties/Responsibilities:
Laboratory Operations Management

• Provide organizational oversight for laboratory instrument and laboratory and workstations
• Collaborate with employees and students to maintain seamless daily operations
• Maintain and regularly update the ESC procedures manual
• Oversee the daily operations of the Environmental Soil Chemistry Laboratory
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols and regulatory standards

Percentage of time:
20

Duties/Responsibilities:
Personnel and Training Management

• Train and supervise laboratory personnel and students in laboratory procedures and safety protocols
• Organize and coordinate staff and student work schedules to optimize productivity
• Maintain training records and ensure all personnel meet necessary certifications
• Facilitate regular laboratory meetings to promote effective communication and teamwork

Percentage of time:
10