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Candidates are being sought to fill the position of Senior Laboratory Manager (Sustainability/Environmental Science Research) at The Small Island Sustainability Research Complex, Nassau Bahamas.

The laboratory seeks a Senior Laboratory Manager to work in a dynamic, stimulating environment in an educational institution. The successful candidate should be self-motivated and committed to continuous improvement of the facilities. He or she must have excellent organizational and communication skills as well as experience managing a chemical or environmental research laboratory.

Reporting to the Executive Director, or Vice President the Senior Laboratory Manager (Sustainability/Environmental Science Research) will be responsible for:

  • Oversee the installation, operation and maintenance of analytical chemistry equipment such as ICP-MS, GC-MS and HPLC as well as support systems for gas handling, vacuum and cooling;
  • Establish procedures, protocols and schedules to facilitate the smooth operation of the laboratory for the benefit of external and internal customers;
  • Develop a safety management plan inclusive of chemical storage and disposal;
  • Work with the laboratory director to hire, train, supervise and evaluate laboratory personnel;
  • Support the work of the scientific research or testing team. This may include method development and instrument customization;
  • Troubleshoot and perform or oversee repairs on mechanical, electrical and electronics equipment;
  • Implement systems to track purchases and inventory of equipment, supplies and consumables;
  • Assist the executive director in ensuring laboratories that the obtain the relevant accreditation(s) and the appropriate ISO standard(s);
  • Prepare technical reports related to laboratory performance with a focus on continuous improvement, safety and financial sustainability;
  • Perform other relevant duties as needed;
  • This description is a summary and is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time according to business and technical needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Master’s degree in a science or engineering discipline;
  • Minimum of eight years working in a laboratory environment as a manager;
  • Proficiency with standard software for office related and technical tasks;
  • Experience with research-based laboratory management;
  • Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of faculty, staff, students and external clients;
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication, and organizational skills; and proficiency in Microsoft Office programmes;
  • Materials should be submitted electronically, attention Office of Academic Affairs, University of The Bahamas via e-mail at facultyapply@ub.edu.bs by 10th October 2022;
  • Send all documents together, including: (a) Cover letter describing the candidate’s suitability for the position; (b) Copies of academic qualifications; (c) Up‐to‐date transcripts; (d) Up‐to‐date curriculum vitae, including details of experience; (i) Three name of references; and (j) a completed UB Staff Application Form.