Biology Laboratory Manager - Siena University

Job Description:

The Biology Department is accepting applications for a Lab Manager for our General Biology lab sequence.

The Biology Laboratory Manager ensures that general biology introductory laboratories are safe and learning-ready environments through meticulous weekly preparation, equipment maintenance, and the specialized care of laboratory specimens.

In addition to teaching two introductory lab sections, this role contributes to curriculum development, tests new experiments, and practices responsible fiscal stewardship over course budgets and supplies.

Serving as a go-to resource in the Biology Department and School of Science, the Manager also facilitates smooth personnel transitions by hiring student workers and training incoming faculty to guarantee high-quality, hands-on instruction in the General Biology sequence.

Requirements:

We're looking for a strong self-starter with the proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and lead lab preparations with minimal supervision. Proven ability to work collaboratively within a cross-disciplinary team.

Candidates must have earned at least a Master's degree in the biological sciences or closely related field.

The successful candidate will have 2-3 years instructional experience, preferably in a higher education laboratory setting.

In addition, the candidate should possess demonstrated hands-on experience in laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance, chemical inventory, and safety compliance.

The candidate should have the ability to safely lift, carry, and position laboratory equipment and supply boxes weighing up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. in Biology or a related scientific discipline. Prior experience in curriculum development, managing adjunct faculty, or overseeing laboratory budgets is highly desirable.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time (35 hrs/week), 12-month position.

Annual Salary: $65,360

• The hiring salary above represents the University's good faith estimate at the time of posting in compliance with the Albany County Salary Transparency Law.

Siena University offers a generous benefit package to eligible full-time employees. The highlights include:

• Retirement plan contribution equal to 10% of compensation (as defined under the plan) after meeting the plan's eligibility requirements
• Tuition reimbursement and exchange opportunities for eligible employees, spouses, and dependents
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Eligible University employees enjoy a work schedule that includes half-day Fridays in the summer and an expansive holiday schedule, including up to two weeks off during winter break
• Other perks currently include complimentary breakfast Thursdays in the dining hall, access to University community lectures and productions, complimentary University gym and library memberships, discounted and complimentary tickets to Siena Division I sporting events, and more.

Siena University is a Franciscan and Catholic institution and expects members of its community to be knowledgeable about its mission and to make a positive contribution to that mission.

Siena cares for and values each member of its workforce and actively supports upward mobility. We are a community of Siena Saints, and as we often say, the world needs more Saints!

Siena University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application Instructions:

Please submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references. .

A background screening is required for finalist applicants for all University positions.