PG193015EP
Internal Recruitment :No
Working Title:Research Operations Manager
Anticipated Hiring Range:$66,000 - $70,000
Work Schedule:Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM
Job Location:Raleigh, NC
Department :Forest Biomaterials
About the Department:The Department of Forest Biomaterials has responsibilities for teaching, research and extension activities. It awards undergraduate degrees in Paper Science and Engineering, and Sustainable Materials and Technology; and distance Masters, MS, and PhD degrees in Forest Biomaterials. The Department of Forest Biomaterials at North Carolina State University is a full-service ecosystem advancing the future of biomaterials from educating future leaders to supporting industry and government research. It is part of the College of Natural Resources (CNR), where “the planet is our classroom,” and is also affiliated with the College of Engineering. CNR has a compelling 90+ year history of creating value at the intersection between the natural and built environments, and is a tight-knit community of passionate and caring people dedicated to improving the environments and communities in which we live, work, learn, and play. It is located on Central Campus, which is within walking distance to the Carmichael Gymnasium and Talley Student Center, as well as a variety of eateries, shops, and the WRAL Azalea Gardens. Affordable housing is nearby as well as recreational amenities such as walking trails, parks, and sports complexes.
NC State is located in the heart of Raleigh, North Carolina, which U.S. News and World Report named as the second best U.S. city to live in. NC State is a leading land-grant public research university and is recognized as one of the best employers in the state. It has world-class library facilities, and its own High Performance Computing Center. NC State’s award-winning Centennial Campus is a short jaunt from Central campus, and contains more than 60 companies, government agencies, and non-profits intermingled with a variety of university research and academic units, as well as a lake with a fishing pier and an 18-hole golf course.
The primary purpose of this position is to ensure the effective, efficient, and safe functioning of the analytical and chemical laboratories within the Department of Forest Biomaterials.
This position will primarily be responsible for:
- Administration and management of a large variety of analytical equipment
- Routine training of Responsible Users
- Maintenance of select pieces of specialized analytical instrumentation including testing their capability, calibrating and, on occasion, overseeing the repair of this equipment.
- Track equipment reservations and usage, ordering, inventory, storage of supplies for the analytical and chemical labs
- Ensure compliance with University systems (e.g., CAMS, hazardous shipping, etc.).
- Compose SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and related documents
- Make decisions on certifications and repairs for equipment and decisions on ordering chemicals and other supplies
The Research Operations Manager supervises several student workers, assigning them to various tasks in labs throughout the Department.Other Responsibilities:
Responsible for annual departmental Capital Asset Inventory (CAMS) and surplus record keeping and associate reporting and transactions. Coordinating renovations and repairs in assigned lab spaces.
Minimum Education and Experience:Graduation from a four-year college or university and two years of general research experience preferably with supervision; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Familiarity with a variety of the research fields concepts, practices and procedures. Demonstrated experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Other Required Qualifications:- Familiarity with laboratory environmental health and safety practices, regulations and compliance.
- Ability to conduct maintenance on chromatography and spectroscopy instruments; thermal equipment experience is a plus.
- A MS degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or a closely related field or 10 years of relevant experience in a research or analytical laboratory
- Hands-on experience with software systems used for tracking equipment usage, chemical shipping /DOT regulations, and the ordering and storage of chemicals is a significant advantage.
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Valid NC Driver's License required:Yes
Commercial Driver's License required:No
Job Open Date:11/21/2023
Anticipated Close Date:Open until filled.
Special Instructions to Applicants:Please attach a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.
Position Number:00110486
Position Type:EHRA Non-Faculty
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week):1.00
Appointment:12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather:Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events:Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies
Department ID:150301 - Forest Biomaterials
AA/EEO:NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
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