Job Details
Lab Research Supervisor
2025-11-04 University of Oklahoma Norman,OK
Description:
Required Education and Expeereince: Bachelor's degree, AND:
Skills:
Advertised Physical Requirements:
Supervision: May at times supervisor 1-2 Lab Technicians, 1-2 graduate research assistants, and 1-3 undergraduate research assistants
Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit
Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our community's unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. At OU, we aspire to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.
Job Description
The School of Biological Sciences is looking for a Lab Research Supervisor to supervise staff and student research assistants, undertaking externally funded projects across a variety of data streams.
Essential Duties:
- Oversees day-to day laboratory operations, coordinating with scientific/research staff
- Supervises staff and student employees, including hiring, training and evaluation.
- Evaluates workload and capacity of personnel to continually enhance operations and make recommendations for improvement.
- Documents processes in detail and creates standardized protocol formats. Assists with the development and implementation of standardized operating procedures.
- Develops schedules and timelines for projects. Monitors tasks and manages projects, implementing changes as needed to complete projects within scheduled time frame.
- Assists with associated project reporting.
- Performs related duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.
Required Education and Expeereince: Bachelor's degree, AND:
- 18 months of experience working in a basic science research facility/laboratory with supervisory responsibilities.
Skills:
- Able to communicate well and build rapport quickly with students, faculty, and staff.
- Able to supervise students and communicate directions and expectations effectively.
- Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information.
- Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
- Able to produce reports and complete work within deadlines.
Advertised Physical Requirements:
- Physical:
- Sitting for prolonged periods.
- Ability to engage in repetitive motions.
- Environmental:
- Standard office environment.
- Duties may include some lab management tasks.
- Master's degree in Biological Sciences discipline, molecular biology, or neurobiology preferred.
- At least 3 years working experience in a biological research laboratory setting preferred.
Supervision: May at times supervisor 1-2 Lab Technicians, 1-2 graduate research assistants, and 1-3 undergraduate research assistants
Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit
Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our community's unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. At OU, we aspire to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.