Laboratory Manager (Molecular Microbiology and Immunology)
Johns Hopkins University
Application
Details
Posted: 05-Jun-26
Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Internal Number: 121383-en_US 1
We are seeking a Laboratory Manager who will be responsible for the scientific and administrative activities of one or more related laboratories. The Laboratory Manager applies extensive knowledge of the laboratory's research interests to meet the overall objectives. Partners with Principal Investigators (PIs) to ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Develop, design, conduct, and manage research projects.
Coordinate own objectives and those of laboratory team members.
Supervise data collection and verification using related specialized skills and knowledge.
Manage staff including involvement in training, oversight, hiring, and performance management.
Serve as a resource for all faculty, learners, and staff working in the laboratory.
Responsible for facility related issues and management of projects, e.g., lab renovations, equipment purchases, work with contractors, associated costs, etc.
Approve significant grant expenditures and approve significant equipment purchases in collaboration with PI(s) and finance staff.
Create and implement new protocols, oversee assay validations in conjunction with PI(s).
Responsible for overall operational elements of laboratory under general supervision of faculty researchers.
Responsible for systems used to track and analyze results.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
Five years of related experience.
Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
Supervisory or lead experience in a laboratory.
Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency
Assay Development and Validation - Advanced
Data Management and Analytics - Advanced
Laboratory Equipment Maintenance - Advanced
Project Management - Advanced
Regulatory Compliance - Advanced
Scientific Interpretation and Consultation - Advanced
Staff Training and Development - Advanced
The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.
Classified Title: Laboratory Manager Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MD Starting Salary Range: $55,800 -$97,600 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Monday to Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm FLSA Status: Exempt Location: School of Public Health Department name: W Harry Feinstone Dpt Molec Mblgy Imlgy Personnel area: School of Public Health
The Johns Hopkins University (JHU) was founded in 1876 as the nation's first research university, dedicated to bringing the benefits of discovery to the world. JHU is the largest private employer in Baltimore and Maryland, making a large economic impact in the city and state. We enroll more than 30,000 full- and part-time students across ten academic divisions, offering in-person and remote learning in over 400 programs. Not only are we located in Baltimore, but we also have a presence in Washington, D.C.