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University Of Idaho lists this Laboratory Manager, Image and Data Acquisition Core opportunity in moscow, Idaho. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Laboratory Manager, Image and Data Acquisition Core
Position Title Laboratory Manager, Image and Data Acquisition Core
Division/College
Division/College University Research
Department
Department Institute for Modeling Collaboration & Innovation (IMCI)
Location
Location Moscow
Posting Context Statement
The IMCI Image and Data Acquisition Core ( IDAC ) Manager reports to the IDAC Director and IMCI Director within the University of Idaho’s Institute for Modeling Collaboration and Innovation ( IMCI ). The position oversees operation, maintenance, service and user training for core research equipment, including flow cytometers, microscopes, ddPCR, calorimetry, surface plasmon resonance and pinning robots. The Manager administers user charges, provides core usage statistics, coordinates vendor support and maintains productive relationships with University personnel, equipment users and vendors. This position will work between 20-30 hours per week.
Position Overview
Provides functional supervision of day-to-day activities of a laboratory or field research enterprise, including directing the activities of graduate and undergraduate students, staff researchers and research support staff. Develops guidelines and protocols for lab operations. Assures quality control; maintains budget; and operates, tests and repairs electronic and/or scientific test equipment used. Assists with the construction and modification of new and prototype scientific devices.
Duties may include:
Providing consulting services to department management, public and private sector entities
Providing final review of policies and procedures; recommending changes based on prevailing scientific evidence
Supervising scientific/technical staff
Directing and/or planning and implementing a component of the scientific program
Directing and/or developing and monitoring research projects in conjunction with other agencies
Directing and/or preparing reports assessing use, distribution, fate, exposure, and probability of adverse effects of chemicals and/or radiological constituents or other hazardous substances in specific use situations
Directing and/or developing and /or providing final detailed review of risk assessments and making recommendations for improvement where risk level is unacceptable
Establishing work priorities and performance standards; may be involved in hiring, training, evaluating staff, assigning and reviewing work
Making managerial decisions that directly affect the efficiency, cost, reputation and service quality of the laboratory
Developing budgets, distributing budgeted funds, and exercising the primary control over a relatively small budget
Two years of post-Bachelor’s research work to include technical/administrative experience in research operations
Required Education
Bachelor’s Degree in biology or related STEM discipline
Required Other
None
Additional Preferred
Strong lab-based research experience
Technical expertise/experience with either flow cytometry or confocal microscopy or both
Interest in expanding expertise in new and cutting-edge technologies
Knowledge of research methods, statistics and principles of optics, microscopy or cytometry
Technical expertise in at least one of the following areas: flow cytometry, microscopy and image acquisition techniques
Laboratory research management experience including monitoring safety compliance, training personnel and budgeting and procuring necessary supplies/equipment
Experience with developing technical written materials, such as scientific/lab protocols
Ability to communicate effectively with students, scientists, administrators and vendors, orally and in writing
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
None
Degree Requirement
Degree Requirement Listed degree qualification is required at time of application
Posting Information
FLSA Status
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Employee Category
Employee Category Classified
Pay Range
Pay Range $20.01 per hour or higher depending on experience
Type of Appointment
Type of Appointment Fiscal Year
FTE
0.75
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time/Part Time Part Time
Funding
Funding This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. No
Posting Date
Posting Date 08/07/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Letter of Qualification
Supplemental Questions
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* How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Academic Careers
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* Were you referred to this employment opportunity by a current University of Idaho employee? If so, please provide their name and department.(Open Ended Question)
* Are you currently authorized to work in the United States of America? Yes
No
* Do you now, or in the future require sponsorship through the University of Idaho to continue working in the United States? Yes
No
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Worksite address
moscow, ID, 83843, US
Who can apply
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