Posting DetailsClassification Information Classification Type EHRAPosition Overview Primary Purpose of Position The Director of Research Laboratory Operations and Safety will report directly to the VC DORED and is responsible for providing strategic leadership and administration of all N.C. A&T research laboratories, both on and off campus. The Director oversees laboratory operations, training, safety, quality control, and maintenance. The Director will promote a professional practiceresearch laboratory environment and develop and maintain collegial and collaborative partnerships with key stakeholders across the institution to positively impact the business of research laboratory operations. The Director will serve as the DORED representative on the University Space Committee and make recommendations regarding the commissioning, decommissioning, and recommissioning of research laboratory space. The Director does not have responsibility for teaching laboratories or other academic spaces, but may provide council to the Space Committee as needed regarding these spaces.Primary Function of Organizational Unit The Division of Research and Economic Development (DORED) is designated as the official unit to administer and manage sponsored program activities at North Carolina A&T State University.In addition to providing administrative oversight for all sponsored programs, the Division performs comprehensive pre-award and post-award functions to include identifying and publicizing funding opportunity information, coordinating the proposal review and authorization process, interacting with external agencies on behalf of the University, processing grant and contract award documents, administering sponsored projects from start-up through closeout, administering research compliance, and preparing and disseminating reports of sponsored program activity. The Division interfaces with other administrative support units such as Academic Affairs, Legal Affairs, Grants and Contracts Accounting, Property Management, Computer Information Technology, Purchasing, and Human Resources. This new unit within DORED will be responsible for research laboratory operations.Minimum Requirements Master's degree in relevant science field such as Chemical, Physical, Biological or Clinical Laboratory Science, or Systems Engineering, Facility Operations and/or Maintenance from an accredited institution required.Strong technical knowledge of laboratory equipment, maintenance and installation oversight for laboratory.Combination of laboratory administration experience with oversight of operations, procedures and compliance totaling more than 5 years in science, engineering or technical areas.Experience with laboratory safety and operations and oversight of people working in laboratories to ensure compliance for procedures and operations.U.S. Citizenship is required due to laboratory security issuesPreferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education PhD in Chemical, Physical, Biological or Clinical Laboratory Science from an accredited institution.Required License or CertificationIs this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.Position Information Working Title Director of Research Laboratory Operations and Safety Position Number 007517 Recruitment Salary Range Commensurate with education and experience FLSA Exempt Appointment Type Permanent - Full-time Tenure Track No FTEIf Time Limited, Appointment LengthOrganizational Division VC for Research & Econ Develop Organizational Location VC for Research & Econ Develop Organizational Unit VC for Research & Econ DevelopPosting Detail Information Posting Number EPA2169 Open Date 04/26/2024 Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until FilledOpen Until Filled Yes Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search 05/13/2024 Date Position Available 06/01/2024 Special Instructions to Applicant You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.Employee Benefits available to NC A&T State University permanent employees include the following and more:
- Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
- Community Service Leave
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC - Health Benefits
- NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
- Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Campus Recreation Center Discount
- University Bookstore Discount
This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.Quick Link