Research Laboratory Manager

Overview

About The Geneva Foundation

The Geneva Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit established in 1993 with the purpose to ensure optimal health for service members and the communities they serve. This purpose is accomplished through our mission to advance military medicine through research, development, and education. Our vision is to lead the way in transforming military medicine. Our culture is living our core values that focus on a higher purpose. Geneva serves a diverse population and is committed to making diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging a central focus of the employee experience. As a leader in military medical research, we develop critical lifesaving solutions for the global community and build rewarding careers for our employees.

Benefits

Our benefits package includes financial rewards that are a significant part of the employee's total rewards compensation package. Geneva's highly competitive benefits include medical, dental, and vision healthcare, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings account, with employer contribution. Coverage is provided for employees and family members including domestic partners. Short-and long-term disability, Employee Assistance Program, Life & ADD insurance, 403b retirement plan with generous employer match, flexible leave options, 11 paid holidays per year, and up to 4 weeks of paid time off in a rolling year. Employees may qualify for PSLF as Geneva is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Full time positions come with all benefits. Part time and intermittent positions may vary.

About The Position

The Research Laboratory Manager supports the Principal Investigator with the execution and maintenance of the research study, and the management of study documentation.  The Research Laboratory Manager may supervise the work of research study personnel in the performance of experiments, data collection, analysis and reports.

This is an on-site position assigned to the Keller Army Community Hospital at the United States Military Academy in West Point, NY. A thorough government background check will be required. 

About The Project

The Musculoskeletal Injury Rehabilitation Research for Operational Readiness (MIRROR) was established to support the execution of clinically relevant research to advance the care of service members with non-combat related musculoskeletal injury (MSI). Headquartered at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU), MIRROR provides coordination and support of inter-service and inter-disciplinary partnerships across military treatment facilities (MTFs), military training centers (MTCs), and civilian academic centers to execute cutting-edge research in order to mitigate the burden of MSI on military readiness.

Salary Range

$80,000 - $90,000. Salaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), International Air Transportation Association (IATA), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and infection control procedures, as applicable
• Demonstrates proficiency in performing basic study related procedures and/or experiments as required
• Assist in the preparation and analysis of laboratory experiments
• Observe recording, measurements, and report results in notebook and technical reports
• Collection of data, data analysis and data entry
• Preparation of interim and final progress reports
• Dissemination of research results
• Process and ship samples according to regulations and protocol requirements
• Receive and record shipments received
• Attend conferences and present research findings on behalf of the research team
• Assist in the preparation of manuscripts
• Maintain and update literature library of journal articles relevant to the research topic
• Maintain the security and confidentiality of all research records
• Ensure cleanliness, disinfection and maintenance of all areas and equipment
• Supervise and train research personnel
• Oversee receipt and inspection of raw materials, lab ordering and stocking, as requested
• Document all correspondence and communication pertinent to the research, as required
• Interact and communicate effectively with Principal Investigator, other site personnel, research participants, The Geneva Foundation and the study sponsor
• Comply with rules and regulations as applicable to assigned duty station
• Maintain and update files of all applicable regulatory documentation for IACUC or IRB (including protocols, approvals, amendments, modifications, etc.) as well as any communications with the sponsor or any other Federal or regulatory office (including prior approvals, change in scope, etc.)

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience required
• 3-5 years experience in the biomedical field preferred
• 3-5 years non-profit, research, or healthcare experience desired
• 1-3 years experience in staff or project management
• Demonstrate competence in oral and written communication
• Must be organized, attentive to detail, and posses a positive, friendly and professional demeanor
• Must be flexible with changing priorities and able to communicate in a diplomatic and professional manner
• Ability to exercise independent judgment  in fast-paced, high-pressured environment with strict deadlines and to manage multiple projects
• Computer skills including at least intermediate level experience with Excel and other Microsoft Office Software
• Masters in Science is strongly preferred
• Strong data management and processing skills

Salary : $80,000 - $90,000