Hi everyone – The Sackler Institute for Comparative Genomics is seeking a laboratory manager.
The Laboratory Manager in the Sackler Institute for Comparative Genomics (SICG) will be responsible for general laboratory maintenance, supervision and training. The Lab Manager will report to the SICG Assistant Director. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Supervision and training of SICG researchers, visiting and affiliated scientists and students. • Operation and quality control aspects of SICG research programs. • Ensure safe work environment for SICG lab members. • Training lab members in nucleic acid isolation and sequencing techniques with major focus on next-generation sequencing and analysis. • Training other SICG researchers, such as SICG research assistants, graduate students, and post-doctoral fellows. • Assisting SICG researchers in troubleshooting lab protocols and results. • Assisting SICG researchers with pilot projects. • Ensuring key lab supplies (e.g. NGS equipment reagents, PCR/sequencing reagents) are available. • Maintaining shared SICG molecular lab equipment and lab upkeep. • Analyzing nucleic acid samples on advanced, shared equipment. • Maintaining and handling quality assurance of samples and genomic data. • Communicate involvement in and status of new and continuing research projects to the SICG Assistant Director. • Assist in research projects management. • Assist SICG Assistant Director with program related activities. This includes conducting and coordinating SICG tours for visiting groups. • Ensure that safety compliance protocols are followed, including AMNH safety policies and those of inspecting agencies (e.g. FDNY, USDA, EPA). • Attend workshops and meetings related to AMNH lab safety and policy updates. Please apply here: https://careers.amnh.org/postings/1505 Best, Anthony Anthony Caragiulo, Ph.D. Assistant Director of Genomic Operations Sackler Institute for Comparative Genomics American Museum of Natural History 79th Street at Central Park West New York, NY 10024 212-313-7602 [email protected]
