Laboratory Manager - Hematology & Oncology

• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Salary Range: $71,400 - $85,000

Position Summary

The Division of Hematology and Oncology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center is seeking a highly motivated and organized Laboratory Manager to support the research laboratories of Dr. Aaron Viny and Dr. Lili Wang. The successful candidate will help advance a translational research program focused on hematologic malignancies, with an emphasis on chromatin biology, epigenetics, and gene regulation. This work is expected to contribute to the development of novel therapeutic strategies, support future NIH and foundation-funded research, and ultimately improve the care of patients with hematologic cancers.

The Laboratory Manager will play a critical role in laboratory operations by overseeing day-to-day research activities, optimizing laboratory workflows, supporting scientific projects, and managing administrative and operational functions. This position requires a collaborative, detail-oriented individual who is able to work independently while supporting a dynamic, multidisciplinary research environment.

Responsibilities

Research & Scientific Support

• Perform tissue dissections and DNA and RNA extraction from mouse and human specimens.
• Support ongoing laboratory research projects and independently oversee designated scientific projects as assigned.
• Organize, catalog, and maintain biological samples, cell lines, plasmids, and other research materials.
• Analyze experimental data and maintain accurate laboratory records.
• Collaborate with laboratory investigators and research staff on experimental design and implementation.

Laboratory Management & Operations

• Perform animal husbandry activities in compliance with Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) policies and federal regulations.
• Maintain mouse colonies, including genotyping, breeding and colony management.
• Organize, maintain, and update laboratory protocols, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and regulatory documentation.
• Maintain laboratory organization, cleanliness, and compliance with institutional safety, biosafety, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and coordinate preventative maintenance, repairs, and calibration.
• Manage laboratory inventory, including ordering, receiving, and stocking reagents, consumables, and laboratory supplies.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and establish effective relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Train and onboard laboratory personnel, students, and research staff on laboratory procedures, equipment, and safety practices.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Coordinate laboratory purchasing, procurement activities, invoice reconciliation, and budget tracking.
• Maintain purchasing records and assist with laboratory financial management.
• Coordinate interactions with Columbia University administrative offices, core facilities, academic collaborators, and industry partners.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience, plus four years of related laboratory experience.
• Master's degree may substitute in part for experience.
• Experience managing or organizing a mouse colony.
• Familiarity with basic molecular biology techniques.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with laboratory automation platforms, including the Biomek i7 or similar liquid handling systems.
• Experience with chromatin biology, epigenetics, genomics, or hematologic malignancy research.
• Experience with DNA/RNA extraction, gene expression analysis, and next-generation sequencing workflows.
• Experience assisting with grant preparation and laboratory administration.
• Prior experience managing laboratory operations in an academic research environment.

Other Requirements

• Medical clearance and participation in the medical surveillance program:
  • Ability to work with laboratory animals.
  • Potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
• Ability to lift and move laboratory supplies and equipment as needed.
• Successful completion of all required institutional compliance, biosafety, and systems training.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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