The Stephenson Cancer Center at the University of Oklahoma is the Oklahoma's only National Cancer Institute-Designated Cancer Center, the highest national accreditation for outstanding patient care and research. The Stephenson Cancer Center is the largest oncology practice in the state, with more than 70 board-certified oncology physicians and a large team of advanced providers and supportive care specialists delivering the highest standard of patient-centered, multidisciplinary care for every type of cancer. The Stephenson Cancer Center currently ranks number one among all cancer centers in the nation for the number of patients participating in NCI-sponsored treatment trials, and it is one of only 30 lead centers in the NCI’s National Clinical Trials Network.

The Stephenson Cancer Center is Oklahoma’s leading cancer research organization, with 120 research scientists working to eliminate cancer through conducting innovative basic, clinical and population-based research. These researchers are supported by more than $60 million in annual grant funding from the National Institutes of Health and other sponsors. With a legislatively mandated mission to provide statewide leadership in addressing Oklahoma’s cancer burden, the Stephenson Cancer Center supports numerous outreach, education and screening programs in partnership with the Oklahoma Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust, the American Cancer Society, the Susan G. Komen Foundation and Oklahoma’s Tribal Nations among many other aligned organizations.

At the Stephenson Cancer Center, we have an exciting new job opportunity that could be right for you! The Laboratory Research Manager is responsible for management of a basic science research laboratory. This position will develop and implement strategic goals to meet the department’s needs which may include development and management of projects related to the department’s clinical, teaching and research mission.

Duties:

• Oversees the development and implementation of laboratory operational policies and procedures for the department’s basic science researchers
• Ensures department has the infrastructure and resources required to perform its role effectively and efficiently
• Establishes and maintains an inventory control system for supplies and equipment and ensures that work orders for lab maintenance are placed in a timely and efficient manner
• Oversees the development and implementation of strategic goals for growth of the basic science research labs
• Manages a variety of projects to ensure financial, quality, service, and operational goals are achieved
• Develops methodologies and procedures for biomedical application, analyzes data, and may present findings to the scientific audience and general public
• May plan, develop, and manage projects in support of departmental clinical and research missions producing greater integration and effectiveness of activities
• Confers with other researchers and medical staff to plan or review projects or provide expertise to improve data acquisition and analysis
• Develops schedules and timelines for the project
• Oversees the development and implementation of standardized operating procedures
• Serves a key role in the facilitation between operating laboratories, researchers, and principal investigators to continuously enhance and develop cross-functional research interactions and opportunities
• May work as a senior level expert in a laboratory
• Assists with planning, developing, and managing projects in support of departmental clinical and research missions producing greater integrations and effectiveness of activities
• Responsible for build-outs including program analysis and sources of potential sponsored funding
• May assist with planning and construction of new laboratory facilities as well as associated project reporting
• Plans, develops, and maintains training programs for Lab Technicians and Researchers working in the research laboratory
• Ensures all employees work in a safe environment
• Provides to management a summary of progress, risk of all projects, results, and queries related to laboratory performance
• Performs related duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position

Education: Master’s degree in a Biological Science, Chemistry, Physical Science or related field.

Experience: 60 months experience working in a basic science research facility/laboratory, which 24 months experience as a senior-level supervisor and/or leadership role in a research laboratory.

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept a Bachelor’s degree in a Biological Science, Chemistry or Physical Science and 24 months related experience in lieu of the Master’s degree for a total of 84 months experience.

Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of laboratory safety and Federal, State, and University guidelines.
• Ability to train and supervise.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Proficient with a computer and applicable software.
• Ability to analyze scientific data and publish in scientific journals.

Working Conditions:

Physical: Standing for prolonged periods. Reaching, bending, walking, and standing.
Speaking and listening. Manual dexterity.

Environmental: Laboratory Environment. May be exposed to biohazardous materials and/or blood borne pathogens.

For more information, visit our website at www.jobs.ou.edu. If you would like to apply, the application must be completed on OUHSC’s job site. The listing for this position is job number 223238 – Laboratory Research Manager .

The University is an equal opportunity institution. www.ou.edu/eoo

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $54,700.00 - $72,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Oklahoma City, OK 73104: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• basic science research facility/laboratory: 5 years (Required)
• senior-level supervisor and/or leadership role: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

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