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Technical Associate II/Lab Manager
  • Job Number: 25208
  • Functional Area: Research - Engineering
  • Department: Department of Biological Engineering
  • School Area: Engineering
  • Pay Range Minimum: Not Available
  • Pay Range Maximum: Not Available
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Employment Category: Exempt
  • Visa Sponsorship Available: No
  • Schedule:
  • Pay Grade: No Grade


Posting Description

TECHNICAL ASSOCIATE II/LAB MANAGER, Biological Engineering - Jasanoff Lab, to manage the daily operations of a neuroscience and molecular imaging research laboratory comprising 13 lab members; have oversight of animal husbandry and surgery, histological analysis, imaging workflows, and maintenance of laboratory infrastructure.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree in neuroscience, biology, bioengineering, chemistry, or a related discipline; a minimum of four years of relevant laboratory experience, including two years of experience as a lab manager; in-depth experience with rodent husbandry, surgery, histological analysis, and imaging; excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities; strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; experience in data analysis and scientific computing; experience with cell culture methods; ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic research environment; experience in working with various teams and leading collaborative work; strong leadership and managerial skills; interest and desire to work with the lab long-term; and experience with in vivo imaging and preclinical MRI in particular.

Availability to work flexible hours, including occasional nights/weekends, and an ability to respond to laboratory emergencies outside of regular work hours.

9/18/2025