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Lab Manager

University of Pittsburgh
locationPittsburgh, PA, USA
PublishedPublished: 5/22/2026
Full Time

Lab Manager

Biological Sciences - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26003269)


The Department of Biological Sciences is seeking a Lab Manager. This job includes elements of laboratory management, including purchasing supplies, maintaining equipment, and training researchers (e.g., in lab safety, equipment use). The position also requires technician duties, mainly in animal care and maintenance (frogs) and in performing molecular work and/or organizing data. Because there is animal care involved, the position will include some weekend and holiday work requirements.


Job Summary

Manages day-to-day laboratory operations while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and best practices. Works with, adapts, and installs scientific equipment in research laboratories. Collaborates on routine projects and procedures. Manages inventory and equipment and performs budget functions.


Essential Functions

Manages day-to-day laboratory operations while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and best practices. Works with, adapts, and installs scientific equipment in research laboratories. Collaborates on routine projects and procedures. Manages inventory and equipment and performs budget functions.


Physical Effort

Must be able to sit, stand, and use a computer for an extended period of time. Must be able to ambulate across campus as needed. Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.



Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Laboratory Manager I

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Laboratory

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM with variability as needed

Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range: $44,310.96 to $59,082.00 annually

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents: Not Applicable



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