MGH Cardiac Surgery Large Animal Laboratory -- Levine Lab -- Lab Manager

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

*Oversee all day-to-day laboratory operations, including management of inventory, procurement, equipment maintenance, and scheduling of shared resources.

• Serve as the primary regulatory liaison for the laboratory, ensuring timely submission, tracking, and compliance of IACUC, IRB, chemical safety, and biosafety protocols.
  
• Develop, implement, and maintain standard operating procedures to promote research integrity, laboratory efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
  
• Coordinate and supervise experimental workflows to support multiple concurrent research projects.
  
• Manage laboratory budgets in collaboration with the Principal Investigator, including monitoring expenses, initiating purchases, and ensuring cost-effective operations.
  
• Train, mentor, and supervise laboratory staff, including research technologists, interns, and visiting researchers; oversee onboarding and ongoing compliance training.
  
• Organize and maintain comprehensive records of research activities, equipment logs, chemical inventories, and regulatory submissions.
  
• Act as the central point of contact for all internal and external communications related to lab operations, including coordinating sample shipments, equipment service, and collaborative research activities.
  
• Assist in the preparation of materials for grant applications, publications, presentations, and research progress reports.
  

*Monitor laboratory safety practices and ensure a safe, compliant work environment through regular inspections, training sessions, and incident reporting.

Skills and Competencies Required:

*Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage a multidisciplinary team.

• Exceptional organizational and time management abilities.
  
• Proficiency in laboratory information management systems, regulatory tracking tools, and institutional purchasing systems.
  
• In-depth knowledge of laboratory safety regulations, animal care standards, and federal compliance requirements.
  
• Ability to manage budgets and financial records efficiently.
  

*Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and collaborative approach to problem-solving.

Qualifications:

*Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline

*Knowledge of large animal models, surgical research techniques, and regulatory requirements preferred.

Supervisory Responsibility:

*Supervise and manage laboratory staff, including research technologists, assistants, and interns.

*Oversee training programs, ensuring all laboratory personnel are compliant with institutional policies and regulatory standards.

Reports To:

*Principal Investigator

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)