Research Laboratory Supervisor

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The department of Medicine, division of Infectious Diseases, has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Supervisor, Research Laboratory to work on the UHealth campus. The Supervisor, Research Laboratory oversees clinical data and complex research protocols and coordinates clinic and research activities. Further, the incumbent takes initiative in the design, implementation, and coordination of research studies.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Keeps all laboratory equipment in good working order and makes minor repairs.
• Oversees and collaborates in the development of study tools.
• Evaluates the availability of resources for research studies and the impact of studies on resources.
• Develops, implements, and maintains standard operating procedures.
• Reviews numerous laboratory results and enters abnormal results into database.
• Coordinates trainings and monitors performance of procedures.
• Assists in the determination of fiscal requirements and in the preparation of budgetary recommendations.
• Prepares reports setting forth progress, adverse trends, and appropriate recommendations.
• Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures. 
• Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.

Department Specific Functions

• Work with ID Research Unit Principal Investigator and Project Directors on on-going project needs active multisite & single site research studies to meet deliverable deadlines.
• Assist Clinical Manager in the tracking and disclosure of laboratory/clinical results to research participants.
• Supervise collection, processing, storage, tracking, and shipment of biological specimens (e.g., blood, swabs, saliva).
• Ensure proper labeling and chain-of-custody documentation for clinical samples.
• Review research laboratory test orders with internal/external laboratories.
• Coordinate lab tasks of research studies, including sample logistics, data reporting, data entry of clinical results, results documentation, amongst others.
• Supervises teams of phlebotomists responsible for collecting blood samples and performing basic tests and laboratory procedures.
• Develop and train research teams on updated study standard operation procedures (SOPs) and manual of operations (MOOs).
• Participate in the review, revision, and implementation of standard operating procedures.
• Communicates and disseminates general information and policy or procedure changes to personnel
• Manage procurement and inventory of clinical supplies.
• Coordinate maintenance of clinical and laboratory equipment as needed.
• Conduct clinical assessments and research visits, if needed, as outlined in research protocols.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Knowledge of business and management principles.
• Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations.
• Ability to establish department goals, and objectives that support the strategic plan.
• Ability to effectively plan, delegate and/or supervise the work of others.
• Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and train others.

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

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Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

A10