Laboratory Manager - The Center for Asthma Research

Overview Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) in Nashville, Tennessee. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. Vanderbilt's mission is to advance health and wellness through programs in patient care, education, and research. Organization: Allergy, Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine Job Summary The Center for Asthma Research is seeking an exceptional and motivated Lab Manager to join our clinical-translational research team focused on maternal-child health and asthma prevention. This role oversees day-to-day laboratory operations, supervises a small team, and ensures the smooth execution of biospecimen processing, testing, storage, tracking, aliquoting, and shipping. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and leadership skills and the ability to foster productive relationships with collaborators across the United States. Key Responsibilities Lab Management: Provide oversight and leadership to a team of 2-3 research assistants, ensuring efficient workflow, adherence to protocols, and a positive laboratory environment. Biospecimen Processing: Conduct processing of maternal-child human samples, ensuring high-quality, reproducible results while adhering to rigorous scientific standards. Assay Development and Testing: Perform biospecimen testing and specialized assays to support research objectives, contributing to publications and presentations. Cell Culture: Work with human airway epithelial cells (preferred experience, but not required) and PBMCs to advance translational research goals. Collaboration: Build and maintain effective partnerships with collaborators across the U.S., facilitating data sharing and multidisciplinary communication. Organization and Reporting: Maintain accurate lab records, coordinate inventory management, complete annual compliance and training reporting, and develop lab-focused grant budgets for regulatory and scientific reporting. Scientific Advancement: Support the Center's mission by contributing to innovative research projects and fostering a culture of inquiry and discovery. Teamwork: Work effectively in a team-oriented environment, promoting collaboration, mentorship, and mutual respect among lab members. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, or a related field, or relevant experience preferred. Five years of experience required. Three or more years in a research or clinical laboratory setting, with supervisory experience strongly preferred. Demonstrated expertise in biospecimen processing and testing; experience with laboratory organization and oversight. Familiarity with human airway epithelial cells is preferred but not required. Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills. Proven leadership abilities with a collaborative and positive management style. Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with internal and external collaborators. Passion for advancing science and contributing to impactful research in maternal-child health and asthma prevention. Why Join Us The Center for Asthma Research is home to an innovative and interdisciplinary team committed to making a difference in the lives of children and families. You will have the opportunity to work on groundbreaking studies, collaborate with leading experts, and contribute to a mission-driven organization where your skills and leadership will be valued. These roles support Vanderbilt Health’s reputation for excellence and our commitment to equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled. #J-18808-Ljbffr Direct Jobs