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Research Position

Lab Manager

University at Buffalo · United States
Deadline
Apr 14, 2027
Closing in 177 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Fixed contract (1-4 years)
Full time
Reference
N/A
Posted Oct 16, 2026
Offered salary$50,000 – $60,000

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Lab Manager

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Posting Details

Position Information
Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Position Title Lab Manager
Classification Title Senior Research Support Specialist
Department Department of Periodontics and Endodontics
Posting Number R260165
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64986
Employer Research Foundation
Position Type RF Professional
Job Type Full-Time
Appointment Term
Salary Grade E.79
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary The University at Buffalo, School of Dental Medicine, is seeking a highly organized and motivated Sr Research Support Specialist to join the Periodontics research laboratory in the Department of Periodontics and Endodontics. The laboratory studies exposures relate to oral and systemic outcomes, including animal studies and human translational research.

The Lab Manager will:

  • Oversee day-to-day laboratory operations,
  • coordinate research activities and data management,
  • maintain regulatory and safety compliance,
  • and supervise and train research staff and students.

Reporting to the Principal Investigator, Renato Casarin, the researcher will be central to keeping the lab’s projects running smoothly, on schedule, and in compliance.

Learn more:
  • Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
  • Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

About the University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in biology, biomedical sciences, public health, or a related science field.
  • Experience working in a research laboratory or research program.
  • Working knowledge of laboratory safety practices and ability to follow all Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) requirements.
  • Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in a biomedical, oral health, public health, or related field.
  • Three or more years of experience in research laboratory management, including purchasing, inventory, and equipment oversight.
  • Experience with animal research, including mice and rats, and IACUC training.
  • Experience with human subjects research, including IRB submissions, informed consent, and HIPAA-compliant data handling.
  • Experience with biospecimen collection, processing, and storage (e.g., saliva, plaque, blood) and biorepository tracking.
  • Experience with research data management systems such as REDCap, and basic data analysis (e.g., Excel, R, SPSS, or Stata).
  • Prior experience supervising or training staff, students, or volunteers.
  • CITI certification in human subjects research and Good Clinical Practice.
  • Familiarity with oral health, dental, or epidemiological cohort research.
Our University Community
Physical Demands Ability to stand for extended periods, perform repetitive bench tasks, and lift up to 25 lbs. Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment in a BSL-2 environment
Driving Requirements This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.
Salary Range $50,000 – $60,000
Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
Work Hours 8:30 A.M – 5:00 P.M.
Campus South Campus
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary Occasional early-morning, evening, or weekend hours may be required to accommodate participant visits and time-sensitive specimen processing.
This is a grant-funded position. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of funding.
Is a background check required for this posting? Yes
Background Check Notification For non-internal applicants: a selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment.
Contact Information
Contact's Name Renato Casarin
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title Assistant Professor, Dept of Periodontics and Endodontics
Contact's Email [email protected]
Contact's Phone 716-829-2049
Posting Dates
Posted 10/14/2026
Deadline for applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be filled
References
Number of references required 3
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
    • Faculty
    • Faculty Student Association (FSA)
    • Research Foundation Employee
    • State Classified
    • State Professional
    • UB Foundation
    • TA/GA
    • Student
    • No Current Employment Affiliation
  2. * How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
    • AcademicKeys.com
    • CareerExposure.com
    • CareerWomen.com
    • Chronicle of Higher Education
    • DiversitySearch.com
    • GoogleJobs.com
    • HERCjobs.org
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • IMDiversity.com
    • Indeed.com
    • LinkedIn.com
    • MBACareers.com
    • Conference
    • Personal Referral
    • UBJobs.buffalo.edu
    • Other
    • WNY Jobs
  3. * Are you a SUNY employee eligible for special consideration as a result of retrenchment?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * Do you have a bachelor's degree in biology, public health, or a related science field?
    • yes
    • No
  5. * How many years of experience do you have working in a research laboratory?
    • (None
    • Less than 1 year
    • 1–2 years
    • 3–5 years
    • More than 5 years
  6. * Do you have experience supervising or training staff or students in a research setting?

    (Open Ended Question)

  7. * Describe your experience with human subjects research, IRB submissions, and/or research data management systems such as REDCap

    (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Publications
  2. Transcripts

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