We are hiring a resourceful Research Operations Manager to join our vibrant team at The University of North Carolina at Charlotte in Charlotte, NC.
Growing your career as a Full Time Research Operations Manager is an exceptional opportunity to develop excellent skills.
If you are strong in negotiation, creativity and have the right work ethic for the job, then apply for the position of Research Operations Manager at The University of North Carolina at Charlotte today!
Vacancy Open to: All Candidates
Employment Type: Permanent - Full-time
Hours per week: 40
Months per year: 12
Position Number: 001878
NC Salary Grade Equivalency: GN10
Classification Title: Research Operations Manager - Contributing
Working Title: Research Operations Manager
Salary Range: $49,550 - $60,561
Anticipate Hiring Range: $49,550 - $56,000
FLSA Status: Non Exempt
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: College of Engineering (Col)
Work Unit: Civil and Environmental Engr
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Primary Purpose of Position: Supports Research/Instructional Laboratory Operations by assisting in project management, digital tooling/digital fabrication conceptualization, providing fabrication of specialized equipment to satisfy faculty research initiatives, instructional needs, conferring with research personnel to recommend procedures used in the development of experimental research equipment, assisting in the preparation of plans and specifications for such equipment and experimentation, and assisting with student project requests. Ability to repair and maintain laboratory equipment essential to the Civil and Environmental Engineering curriculums.
Minimum Education/Experience: Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and two years of general research experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. University Preferred Qualifications:
Graduation from a four-year college or university and two years of general research or laboratory experience preferably including supervision of others; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Familiarity with a variety of the research fields concepts, practices and procedures. Demonstrated experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Essential Job Duties: Manage and supervise all activities necessary to operate one or more research and instructional work settings such as a laboratory, shop, field and/or classroom (hereafter referred to as "laboratory"). Teamwork is one of the important aspects of the position. Other Work Responsibilities: Facility planning and maintenance, inventory control, purchasing and maintenance of laboratory equipment, safety & security control, monitoring environmental risks and quality control, and supervising student activities. Development/refresh of policies regarding access and trainings may be necessary. Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education: Bachelor's Degree and two years experience of general research or laboratory experience preferred. Knowledge of research and laboratory instructional concepts, practices & procedures, laboratory operations, and regulatory requirements needed. Ideal skill sets are listed, however we are willing to train the right person in skills that they may not currently have. Knowledge/experience of/with fabrication/making and general construction methods such as carpentry, machining, welding, 3-D printing or other means (no particular one required, but some ability with shopcraft preferred). Experience with Material handling. Experience and comfort driving trucks with trailers or forklifts. Experience in the management of stocks, inventories and material stores. Ability to instruct students in safe operation of hand tools and typical shop equipment and mentor student projects in the shop (like steel bridge, concrete canoe, student research projects). Necessary Licenses or Certifications: Valid Drivers License Work Location: College of Engineering
Posting date: 09/19/2023
Closing date: 10/09/2023
Proposed Hire Date: 10/16/2023
Special Notes to Applicants: UNC Charlotte Benefits Information:
The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check.
* The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist .
Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application.
* Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.
If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).
* Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application.
* These documents will be used to evaluate your written communication skills as well as supporting documents of your knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and professionalexperience. Benefits of working as a Research Operations Manager in Charlotte, NC:
? Excellent Benefits Package
? Company offers career progression opportunities
? Competitive salary
