Lab Manager

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number

S14318P

Working Title

Lab Manager

Department

FACS-Nutritional Sciences

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https : / / www.uga.edu / ) . The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College / Unit / Department

College / Unit / Department website

https : / / www.fcs.uga.edu /

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full / Part time

Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

Advertised Salary

$40,409 - $60,613

Posting Date

11 / 06 / 2025

Open until filled

Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date

01 / 01 / 2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

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Position Information

Classification Title

Lab Coord-Medical Science I

FLSA

Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with programming and data analysis in R, Python, Bash, and / or MATLAB and familiarity with scripting, and / or data pipelines is preferred.
• Experience working with youth participants or in pediatric research is preferred.
• Familiarity with neuroimaging ( MRI / fMRI) studies is preferred.
• Knowledge of obesity-related research or neurocognitive testing is a bonus.
• Experience supervising and training undergraduate and graduate students is preferred.

Position Summary

The Laboratory Manager position is a full-time role within the Brain Food Lab at the University of Georgia, directed by Dr. Shana Adise, PhD, focusing on neurocognitive development, obesity, and related outcomes in youth.

The primary responsibilities of the Lab Manager are multifaceted, serving as the operational and technical backbone of the lab. Key duties include data management and analysis (overseeing entry, cleaning, storage, and coding pipelines) and study coordination (managing participant recruitment, scheduling, and MRI scanning logistics). Additionally, the Lab Manager is responsible for supervision and training of research assistants, handling daily lab operations (inventory and ordering), managing regulatory compliance ( IRB protocols), and providing general administrative and research support to the PI, such as assisting with grant reports.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies

Physical Demands

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

Yes

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

Yes

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

Duties / Responsibilities

Duties / Responsibilities

Data Management & Analysis :

Percentage of time

25

Duties / Responsibilities

Study Coordination :

Percentage of time

25

Duties / Responsibilities

Supervision & Training :

Percentage of time

15

Duties / Responsibilities

Administrative & Research Support :

Percentage of time

15

Duties / Responsibilities

Lab Operations :

Percentage of time

10

Duties / Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance :

Percentage of time

10