Lab Coordinator - Neural & Behavioral Sciences

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

A full-time Lab Coordinator - Intermediate Professional position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Christopher Chen in the Neural and Behavioral Sciences Department at the Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey PA. The work in the laboratory is focused on understanding how the cerebellum interacts with the brainstem.

The principal roles of this job will include in vivo and in vitro electrophysiology, anatomical tracing, microscopy, data analysis, and lab upkeep. Expertise in multi-probe single-unit physiology and optogenetics is necessary. Independent projects are available and can be catered to the candidate's interests.

Candidates must be passionate about neuroscience and basic research. They must be flexible, have grit in the face of adversity, be self-motivated and able to work independently. Advanced computer skills are required, and competency in programming (particularly Matlab) is desired. At least 1 year's previous research experience is required, and candidates must be willing to work with rodents. Candidates for this position are required to be able to manage one or two direct reports.

The Lab Coordinator - Animal Sciences is responsible for daily laboratory services and operations including ensuring equipment and instrumentation is maintained; creating/updating/revising procedural manuals and ensuring compliance; training and supervising staff; contributing to diagnostic services and research-specific laboratory testing; assisting with developing and reconciling budgets.

• Supervise daily laboratory services and operations; schedule equipment and instrumentation preventive maintenance, calibration, repairs; secure service contracts; develop/revise procedural manuals; train staff; ensure compliance with proper laboratory practices and procedures
• Contribute to diagnostic services and research-specific laboratory testing; coordinate with investigators and research staff; perform quantitative and qualitative chemical, hematological, microbiological, and microscopic analysis on various animal specimens; refine and adapt testing methodologies as necessary
• Prepare specimens for offsite testing including specimen submission, result compilation, and billing reconciliation
• Coordinate laboratory diagnostics phase of sentinel animal program
• Assist with developing, monitoring, and reconciling operational budgets; identify cost containment measures and maximize revenue sources; secure competitive pricing; develop fee structures; resolve monthly billing; compile monthly reports
• Maintain awareness of animal science laboratory industry trends and regulatory requirements; update SOPs, guidelines, manuals, policies, and procedures; conduct training; enforce compliance; participate in compliance reviews; take correction action as required
• Hire, train, coach, supervise, and evaluate employees; prepare schedules; communicate and enforce standards; promote professional development; adhere to Collective Bargaining Agreement; participate in grievance and arbitration hearings
• Monitor laboratory environmental sustainability programs including recycling, conservation, or waste management

This is a limited-term position funded for one year from date of hire, withpossibility of refunding.

The following clearances must be successfully completed for this position:

• Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse History
• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Background Check

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