Lab Manager

RTF00261PO25

Research Laboratory Manager

Lab Manager

Columbia

Richland

College of Pharmacy

COP Drug Discovery and Biomedical Sciences

$54,165-$81,247

Full Time

37.5

Staff Research Grant (SRGP)

12 months

Other Professional

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

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The College of Pharmacy is seeking to hire a Lab Manager for the Cancer Genetics Lab in the Department of Drug Discovery and Biomedical Sciences.

The Lab Manager oversees interdisciplinary research across multiple departments at USC and across the world with partnering institutions. Directs and manages all critical lab functions for the Cancer Genetics Lab. Oversees and maintains organoid core activities, high throughput drug testing pipelines, advanced DNA sequencing and informatic pipelines, manages day-to-day operations of the laboratory, supervises designated lab employees, performs a variety of complex laboratory procedures, collects and analyzes data for journal publications, orders laboratory supplies, and equipment, and maintains laboratory regulatory compliance documentation (lab safety, IRB research protocols), responsible for lentiviral vector generation and use. Develops advanced molecular genetic testing procedures and methodology for new molecular lab assays, based on the needs for current research projects. Ensures and documents laboratory compliance and training for certification. Demonstrates commitment to conducting business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations. This position is established in support of expanded research activities.

Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Ability to demonstrate commitment to conducting business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures and regulations.

Supervises all employees working in the Cancer Genetics Lab. Tailors the supervision and assigned workload to meet the specific skills/needs of a variety of lab employees (undergraduate students, master’s level students, Ph.D. students, postdocs, medical students, and temporary employees). Ensures laboratory compliance and training for USC. Tracks training and skills development for each employee. Maintains equipment and supplies for the lab. Ensures adequate supplies and reagents are available as needed. Performs equipment and instrument calibration and maintenance as required.

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Oversees and maintains organoid core activities for molecular genetic studies. Performs and teaches other individuals proper organoid culture and analytical techniques. Performs complex lab procedures, such as DNA and RNA isolation, real-time PCR, protein extraction, DNA / RNA sequencing, western blotting, cell culture, histology, enzyme activity assays, and cell-based experiments. Develops customized lab tests/procedures for exploratory research designed to target/measure new molecular targets or pathways. Updates and maintains written protocols for all lab procedures.

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Directs day-to-day activities in the laboratory to ensure that data collection and analysis are performed promptly for grant and journal publication submissions. Gathers data and performs accurate data analysis using statistical software. Represents results in graph format and reports results to P.I. Assists in writing of manuscripts for grant and journal publications.

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Manages major research studies (including basic sciences, clinical and translational) on behalf of USC between multiple colleges and institutions around the world. Maintains communication directly with collaborators to ensure study goals are met. Professional communication skills and ethical adherence to study protocols and research norms are essential. Obtain and maintain IRB approval for study protocols.

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Maintain organoid avatar liquid nitrogen inventory and manage distribution of organoids to other investigators. Instruct other laboratories in organoid culture.

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Non-Essential

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11/19/2025

11/26/2025

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