Laboratory Manager

UBC The University of British Columbia • Full-time • BC Children's Hospital Research Institute - North Block (BCRI CMMT), Canada • 2d ago

Staff - Non Union

Job Category

M&P - AAPS

Job Profile

AAPS Salaried - Research and Facilitation, Level A

Job Title

Laboratory Manager

Department

Hayden Laboratory | Centre for Molecular Medicine and Therapeutics | Faculty of Medicine

Compensation Range

$5,365.42 - $7,709.92 CAD Monthly

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Posting End Date

August 3, 2025

Note:Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date

August 4, 2026

This position is expected to be filled by promotion/reassignment and is included here to inform you of its vacancy at the University.

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Summary

The Lab Operations Manager oversees the strategic and day-to-day operations of a high-performing research laboratory, ensuring the seamless integration of scientific, regulatory, financial, and logistical workflows. This role requires a high level of professional judgment, initiative, and technical expertise, supporting research excellence by leading lab operations, compliance, safety, and administrative infrastructure.

The Lab Operations Manager is a key advisor to the Principal Investigator and a central point of coordination for cross-functional collaboration with academic, industry, and institutional partners.

Organizational Status
This position is for a full-time lab manager of the Hayden Lab and will be reporting directly to the Principal Investigator of the lab, Dr. Michael Hayden and will work closely with the post-doctoral fellows, fellow technicians, graduate students and administration personnel in the Hayden Lab.

The lab manager will liaise with external partners, Animal Care Services, UBC administration, procurement, and compliance offices.

Work Performed

Leads the daily operations of the research laboratory, including space planning, resource allocation, inventory management, equipment maintenance, and workflow optimization.
Oversees lab compliance with institutional, regulatory, and safety standards (e.g., WHMIS, WCB, biosafety, and animal care).
Provides scientific guidance to research staff and trainees on project design, experimental methodology, and data analysis, including defining appropriate experimental outcomes.
Coordinates the preparation and submission of ethics applications, permits, and documentation for regulated materials, including import/export.
Manages procurement of research supplies and equipment, including vendor negotiations, service agreements, and purchasing in alignment with institutional policies.
Liaises with Research Finance to ensure compliance with procurement processes, timely approvals, and accurate financial tracking.
Researches and recommends process improvements by benchmarking best practices at peer institutions, particularly in procurement, international shipping, and compliance.
Supports grant development and project planning by preparing budgets, aligning timelines, and tracking research-related expenses.
Prepares internal and external reports on project progress, compliance metrics, and research outcomes.
Collaborates with the PI and research team to align on research goals, timelines, deliverables, and funding requirements.
Coordinates communication and logistics for multi-site, national, and international research collaborations.
Manages academic, industry, and institutional partnerships, including negotiation and documentation of legal agreements including material transfer agreements and non-disclosure agreements.
Supervises and mentors staff, trainees, and students; delegates tasks, sets expectations, and supports performance development.
Leads special projects and contributes to long-term lab planning, including identifying and evaluating emerging technologies.
Anticipates and responds to internal and external inquiries; manages competing deadlines and shifting priorities.
Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive research, personnel, and institutional information.
Performs other related duties as required.

Consequence of Error/Judgement
The incumbent will make important decisions affecting the functioning of the lab. Incompetence or incorrect decisions could jeopardize research progress, collaborations, finances and employee safety, and adversely impact future project objectives and personnel.

Supervision Received

The general scope and direction of the research is under the jurisdiction of the principal investigator. This position works independently, reporting bi-weekly to Dr. Michael Hayden during individual meetings and at lab meetings.

Supervision Given
The incumbent will make important decisions affecting the functioning of the lab. Incompetence or incorrect decisions could jeopardize research progress, collaborations, finances and employee safety, and adversely impact future project objectives and personnel.

Minimum Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline. Minimum of two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

- Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own

- Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

Extensive experience supporting research activities and working with academic or industry partners.
Familiarity with UBC systems such as RISe and MOSAIC Vivarium is an asset.
Knowledge of university policies, procedures, and research compliance requirements preferred.
Strong experience in general lab operations.
In-depth knowledge of mouse anatomy and surgical procedures.
Highly proficient in molecular biology
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work with accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-based environment.

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