Research Lab Manager - Metabolism/Body Composition

at  Louisiana State University

About Us:
At the forefront of medical discovery as it relates to understanding the causes of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer and dementia,
Pennington Biomedical Research Center
is a campus of Louisiana State University and conducts basic, clinical and population research. The Center includes Basic Science, Clinical Research, and Population and Public Health, enabling both focused research and translational science. Research at Pennington Biomedical is supported broadly by multiple
NIH Research Centers
, and includes approximately 65 faculty and 20 postdoctoral fellows who comprise a network of 44 laboratories and 13 highly specialized core service facilities. Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
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Job Posting Title:
Research Lab Manager - Metabolism/Body Composition
Position Type:
Professional / Unclassified
Department:
LSUPBRC Clinic - Metabolism - Body Composition (Steven B Heymsfield (00006000))
Work Location:
LSU - Pennington Biomedical
Pay Grade:
Professional
Job Description:
Pennington Biomedical Research Center
, a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, is seeking a Research Lab Manager in the Metabolism - Body Composition Laboratory.
The Research Laboratory Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the lab, such as ordering supplies, training other staff, and organizing experiments. Additional responsibilities include overseeing study data management, assisting in study data analysis and interpretation, and assisting in preparing presentations, publications, and grants related to data collected in the lab. Additionally, the candidate will be expected to perform various lab experiments as needed.

Major Responsibilities

• Responsible for overseeing research coordinators and student workers, overseeing study and laboratory operations, management, and assisting in study data analysis and interpretation.
• Meet regularly with lab staff to oversee their activities and give guidance. Oversee and monitor study data management.
• Assist in analysis and interpretation of study data. Contribute graphics to presentations, manuscripts, and grants as needed.
• Attend national or international meetings to present data arising out of lab work.
• Other duties as requested to support manager or ongoing trials within the research group.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science related field.
• 5 years of experience in a laboratory setting.
• Experience performing clinical research functions such as informed consent, anthropometric measures, source documentation, and regulatory document submissions.
• Experience developing and overseeing project/program operations required and interaction in large clinical trial networks.
• Exemplary time management skills and judgment.
• Ability to multi-task and effectively manage multiple deadlines.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access).

Pennington Biomedical Research Center (PBRC) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities.
Additional Job Description:
Competencies:
None
Special Instructions:
Interested candidates should include a cover letter, a resume, and a list of three (3) professional references to the online application. Official transcripts are required prior to hire and are not required at the time of application.
Professional references should be the name, title, company, and contact information from past employers. Professional references should include current or previous supervisors and/or coworkers. Personal references should not be considered for the reference check process.
We will respect the request that we not contact a current employer. However, we will need to contact a prior supervisor if such a request is made.
Posting Date:
March 25, 2024
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
. For more information, visit

PBRC

.
Questions regarding career opportunities at Pennington Biomedical should be sent to
hrm@pbrc.edu
.
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - Pennington Biomedical Research Center offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
Pennington Biomedical Research Center/LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:
Pennington Biomedical Research Center and LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. PBRC and LSU are also designated as a
State As a Model Employer (SAME)
agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management at hrm@pbrc.edu.
Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to PBRC Human Resources at 225-763-2776 or
hrm@pbrc.edu

• Responsible for overseeing research coordinators and student workers, overseeing study and laboratory operations, management, and assisting in study data analysis and interpretation.
• Meet regularly with lab staff to oversee their activities and give guidance. Oversee and monitor study data management.
• Assist in analysis and interpretation of study data. Contribute graphics to presentations, manuscripts, and grants as needed.
• Attend national or international meetings to present data arising out of lab work.
• Other duties as requested to support manager or ongoing trials within the research group