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Lab Manager, Biology (Contractor)

Lawrence, KS 66047

Posted: 02/12/2026 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 4873

Job Description

As a lab manager, you will play a critical role in supporting the efficient operation of the biology laboratory. You will work in a highly dynamic research environment and collaborate with scientists, IT, and facilities.  This position will be onsite at the research facility in Lawrence, Kansas.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement, organization and inventory (50%)    
  • Accountable for procurement, storage, organization, and inventory of research consumables and reagents (e.g cell culture media).
  • Performs daily checks and upkeep of lab reagents, common stocks, freezers, and laboratory equipment (e.g. waterbaths and incubators).
  • Maintains Cryotanks, cell bank inventory and coordinates/maintains proper cell line licensing.
  • Maintain frozen sample inventory (e.g. Tumors, plasma) and coordinates freezer cleanout and sample organization.
  • Order, monitor, and upkeep of liquid nitrogen and CO2 tanks.
  • Collaborate with scientists to create and organize experimental protocols, laboratory documents, and scientific data. 
  • Coordinates with Contract Research Organization (CROs) regarding sample preparation and shipment.
Equipment ordering, maintenance and training (50%)
  • Manage service contracts and coordinate with vendors to schedule repairs, calibrations, and preventative maintenance.
  • Collaborates with manager to coordinates equipment acquisition in adherence to allocated budget and timeline.
  • Coordinate training schedules for laboratory equipment.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned 

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Biology or a related field and 5 years of experience (or equivalent) as a lab technician or lab management role is a must. Experience in a similar role in industry or academia is preferred.
  • Proficiency with procurement, handling and storage of common biology lab equipment and tissue culture supplies is a must. 
  • Knowledge of lab safety and OSHA regulations and safety training. 
  • Exceptional organization skills, with a demonstrated ability to multi-task to enable many concurrent projects in a complex, fast paced environment.
  • Ability to solve problems and work independently, passionate about organization and improving lab operations, highly motivated, and willing to take initiative.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability and willingness to work closely with other colleagues as a team, openness to new ideas.
Preferred Capabilities
  • Knowledge with lab inventory management system and working with external vendors and Contract Research Organizations (CROs) is preferred.
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