Medical Laboratory Manager

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Salary Range

$65,000.00 - $101,000.00

Overview

The Medical Laboratory Manager supports the Yale School of Medicine's educational mission by overseeing the smooth operation of teaching laboratories used in the medical education curriculum. Working collaboratively with faculty and staff, this part-time role manages laboratory setup, maintenance, and safety, ensuring compliance with institutional and regulatory standards. The position requires strong supervisory and organizational skills, in-depth knowledge of microbiology, virology, and parasitology, and the ability to work independently to support instructional and research activities within the medical education program. This position is responsible for working with faculty and staff to ensure the smooth operation of the suite of teaching laboratories used as part of Yale School of Medicine's medical education program for the medical students.

This is a part time staff position; hours typically range from 5 - 15 hours per week. Hours worked will be affected by class schedule.

Principal Responsibilities: Maintain laboratory supplies and safety equipment - oversee inventory, ordering, storage, and daily quality control/assurance for BSL-2 standards. Coordinate with vendors and the Office of Curriculum - manage service contracts for lab equipment (e.g., gas cylinders, incubators, water systems). Support teaching sessions - unlock/lock lab spaces, assist faculty during sessions, and coordinate audio/visual (AV) troubleshooting when needed in collaboration with Yale AV resources. Prepare and manage laboratory materials - including reagents, cultures, and supplies for microbiology, neuroanatomy, and pathology teaching labs. Perform laboratory setup, cleanup, and restocking - including autoclaving and disposal of medical or pathological waste. Monitor and maintain lab infrastructure - report and coordinate facility needs such as cleaning, repairs, and equipment maintenance. Serve as the lab safety liaison - coordinate with Yale Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), manage safety audits and inspections, ensure compliance, maintain safety postings, and oversee proper waste disposal. Complete and maintain all required safety training - ensure instructors and students have proper protective equipment. Provide emergency response and spill management for minor lab incidents during regularly scheduled laboratory activities. Document and maintain protocols and procedures in a lab notebook. Oversee lab space scheduling in collaboration with the Office of Curriculum and coordinate with external users regarding cleaning and maintenance responsibilities. Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

1. Laboratory Management Skills- Ability to organize, maintain, and oversee multiple teaching laboratories, including scheduling, inventory, and workflow coordination. Knowledge of microbiology and neuroanatomy. Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures including reagent preparation, media preparation, autoclaving, and BSL-2 safety standards and handling of microbiological culture materials.

2. Safety and Compliance Knowledge- Strong understanding of laboratory safety protocols, hazardous materials handling, and compliance with Yale Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) and Department of Public Health (DPH) standards.

3. Equipment Maintenance and Troubleshooting- Skill in operating, maintaining, and arranging repair or service for lab equipment such as incubators, microscopes, safety hoods, and autoclaves. Capacity to respond quickly to laboratory issues, emergencies, or supply and equipment failures with sound judgment. Competence with basic computer systems, AV troubleshooting, and documentation tools. Ability to maintain accurate records, protocols, and maintenance logs in accordance with regulatory and institutional standards.

4. Communication and Collaboration- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, vendors, and university departments. Capable of managing responsibilities with minimal supervision and maintaining a consistent, organized workflow.

5. Physical and Environmental Readiness- Ability to lift or move lab supplies and equipment, handle biological materials safely, and perform tasks in an active lab environment.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

Master's degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or other related discipline. ASCP Certification.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Assumes primary responsibility for a program, service, activity, operation or function in an assigned area. Develops objectives, practice and procedure and identifies resources to ensure accomplishment of operational goals. 2. Coordinates day-to-day operations in order to achieve designated goals. Ensures effective management and leads the development and implementation of best practices. 3. Designs and implements quality control metrics to identify areas of risk. Analyzes, recommends, and implements strategic solutions to minimize risk. 4. Develops a variety of complex report and other written materials. 5. Provides guidance to and collaboration with internal and external partners as necessary. 6. Develops, oversees and monitors budgets. 7. Develops and maintains specialized training. 8. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in related field and three years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Posting Date

12/03/2025

Job Category

Professional

Bargaining Unit

NON

Compensation Grade

Administration & Operations

Compensation Grade Profile

Supervisor; Senior Associate (23)

Time Type

Part time

Duration Type

Staff

Work Model

On-site

Location

300 Cedar Street, New Haven, Connecticut

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

Health Requirements

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

Posting Disclaimer

Salary offers are determined by a candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role's grade profile and current internal and external market conditions.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring department.

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