Brown University — Laboratory Manager
Filed in Professional on April 14, 2023
Job Description:
The Laboratory Manager within the Deaconescu Lab will be responsible for managing the research laboratory, as well as designing and independently performing scientific investigative research. The laboratory’s focus lie primarily in stress responses, with particular emphasis on responses to DNA damage and the mechanochemistry of DNA-based motors. The Deaconescu lab utilizes a combination of biochemical, biophysical and structural techniques (e.g. X-ray crystallography, electron microscopy).
Examples of recent work are: Schwartz et al, Protein Science (2021), Brugger et al, Nature Communications (2020), Dorich et al, Genes & Development (2019), Vemu et al. Science (2018), Le TT et al. Cell (2018), Szyk et al, Cell (2014).
This is fixed term position with a current end date of April 30, 2024, which may be extended based upon available funding.
Job Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Required: Bachelor’s degree in related field with 3-5 years laboratory/research experience
- Preferred: Master’s degree in related field
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Previous experience with structural biology, biophysical characterization and biochemistry preferred
Job Competencies
- Ability to support the lab group and to interact with a diverse range of individuals
- Excellent organizational, record keeping, task prioritization, and report preparation skills
- Outstanding problem-solving skills, ability to implement solutions
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to present complex data in clear presentations
- Proficiency with computers and essential software programs (e.g. MS office, Google Suite, etc.)
- Ability to collect and analyze data
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a diverse group of people, with vastly different skills and training
- Possesses a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive campus community
Criminal and education background check required.
Recruiting Start Date:
2023-04-07
Job Posting Title:
Laboratory Manager
Department:
Department of Molecular Biology, Cell Biology and Biochemistry
Grade:
Grade 9
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
Position Classification:
Onsite
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
Vaccination Requirements:
In order to maintain 90% or greater universal vaccination rates on campus, all newly hired employees at Brown University must receive the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine before they begin work, unless they are approved for a medical or religious exemption. All employees must also receive a COVID-19 booster within thirty (30) days of becoming eligible. For more information, please visit the Healthy Brown site.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.
EEO Statement:
Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.
As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.
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