Laboratory Manager- Kim Lab

We have a rare opportunity for an experienced Laboratory Manager to join the Kim Lab at Princeton University . The Kim Lab at Princeton University develops molecular and optical approaches to study the function and molecular organization of neurons in the brain. How does the brain transform transient cellular dynamics into long-lasting behavioral changes? To study this problem, Dr. Tina Kim develops molecular technologies to record the activity history of living cells onto their own biological components. These technologies store brief periods of neurochemical signaling in the brain as molecular tags, which can be easily identified in each neuron at a later time. The Kim lab aims to use these technologies to understand how cellular dynamics drive neuroplasticity and animal behavior. More information about the lab and their work can be found by visiting

About the Laboratory Manager role:
You will work both independently and collaboratively, are encouraged to demonstrate initiative, and exercise good judgment to prioritize and accomplish multiple responsibilities. You are an adaptable, congenial person who is excited to work collaboratively with a diverse group, serves as the liaison between the lab, HHMI and Princeton University, and manages the responsibilities of this role with a high level of attention to detail, proactiveness, warmth, and poise. This is a critical role where you will serve as a trusted leader of day-to-day lab operations.

What we provide:

• An environment to advance your career and build your network through collaborations and co-working. Opportunity to work in a diverse and encouraging research environment.

• A friendly and driven team that values input and expertise from lab members across all training levels.

• Opportunities to mentor undergraduate researchers and/or technicians and delegate responsibilities to nurture and develop management skills.

• State-of-the-art research facilities at a beautiful undergraduate campus, within 1 hour by train to NYC or Philadelphia, and a quick 50-minute drive to the ocean beaches.

• Successful projects in which the candidate participates may lead to authorship on scientific publications.

What youll do:

• Manage day-to-day activities within the laboratory to keep everything running efficiently including operation of essential equipment, coordinating repairs, maintaining adequate stock of supplies, ordering reagents and equipment, and other operational tasks.

• Serve as the primary liaison and go-to person between the lab, HHMI, and host institution administrative offices on issues such as annual renewals, space management, fixed asset inventories, purchasing and use of host accounts.

• Help maintain and update the lab plasmid and virus inventory of new technologies being developed in the lab, including receiving and sharing of reagents with collaborators.

• Maintain and update laboratory guidelines, procedures, and documentation through a lens of continuous process improvement.

• Manage lab organization, meeting schedules, and coordinate general lab operations.

• Manage and amend the labs IACUC mouse protocols, and biosafety IBC protocol.

• Assist with onboarding, training, and mentoring new lab team members.

What you bring:

• At least a bachelors degree in sciences; or an equivalent combination of education and related work experience.

• Three or more years of lab experience including at least one year of supervisory experience.

• Strong digital literacy with demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Drive, and Slack is required.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Experience establishing organizational systems for various shared reagents.

Physical Requirements:

Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about workspace. The position requires mobility, including the ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet). Work may involve possible exposure to malodorous vapors, low dose radiation, contamination by toxic chemicals and acids and presence of carcinogenic substances.

Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Please Note:

This job description sets forth the jobs principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however. Unless they begin with the word may, the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are essential functions of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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