Laboratory Manager

Lehigh University Lehigh University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Lehigh University provides comprehensive benefits including partner benefits. Lehigh University's Department of Materials Science & Engineering sits at the intersection of fundamental science and applied innovation, advancing research in structural alloys, functional materials, and everything in between. The shared laboratory facilities that support this work need an expert hand to keep them running at their best, and that's where you come in. Position Number: S80080 This position is a Grade: 10 - 40 with an approximate salary range of $67,270-$81,830 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications. What You'll Be Responsible For Prepare and process samples for analysis ??? including cutting, mounting, grinding, polishing, and etching ??? and operate light optical microscopes (LOM) to support both instructional labs and graduate research Develop and execute schedules for preventative and corrective maintenance, calibration, and vendor-coordinated repairs to keep all instrumentation aligned with teaching and research needs Evaluate, source, and procure cost-effective equipment and consumables while maintaining precise inventory controls and detailed records of purchases and usage Oversee long-term laboratory asset performance and actively identify funding opportunities to acquire new instrumentation and modernize the facility Supervise shared MSE department laboratory spaces across multiple locations, developing and enforcing facility policies and operational procedures Lead comprehensive safety programs, including annual inspections and audits, training compliance records, and strict adherence to safety standards Conduct safety and operational training for students, staff, and researchers, and serve as facility liaison for tours with visitors, vendors, alumni, and external partners Provide hands-on instruction for undergraduate teaching labs and graduate research activities, working directly and patiently with students across a wide range of skill levels Diagnose and resolve complex instrumentation and experimental issues to minimize downtime and ensure continuity of research and instruction Manage laboratory operating budgets, oversee View the full job description on the employer's website. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. PI287673305 / 11-3013.00 Facilities Managers