Core Research Services Facilities Manager

Found in: beBee jobs CA - 6 days ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada UBC Full time
Staff - Non UnionJob CategoryM&P - AAPSJob ProfileAAPS Salaried - Research and Facilitation, Level BJob TitleCore Research Services Facilities ManagerDepartmentResearch Services | BC Children's Hospital Research Institute | Faculty of MedicineCompensation Range

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Posting End DateMay 7, 2024

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.

Job End Date

This offer is conditional upon successful completion of a Criminal Record Check.

This position is located within a health-care facility, therefore, the successful candidate will be required to provide verification of full vaccination against Covid-19 provided prior to the start date, as required by a provincial health mandate.

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Summary

Position will manage Core Research Services Facilities at BC Children's Hospital Research Institute (BCCHR) which currently include: Flow cytometry, Histology and Imaging, and Analytical core facilities, with emerging core services yet to be established. Major responsibilities include: managing all core facility staff and their appointments; evaluating facility performance and service levels; evaluating and optimizing work flow and service levels; developing and establishing policies, procedures and administrative systems in order to manage resources and reach desired service levels; developing business plans for each core to cover projected expenses and sustain service levels; marketing facility services to regional scientific community; planning and managing logistical requirements; strategic planning for facility sustainability and technology advancement/renewal; and supporting the development of new core services.

Organizational Status

This position reports to the Director of Research Services for BCCHR. The Core Facilities Manager also works under the general direction of the Associate Director of Foundational Sciences. This position will also support the Core Facilities Committee and work closely with affiliated Research Theme and administration as needed.

Work Performed

  • Engage and maintain positive working relationship with users of the core facility and members of the BCCHR research community. Including organizing core services training and initiatives for users.
  • Manage & supervise core facility staff/technicians and advises core facilities appointments, including ensuring service coverage to ensure continuous operation.
  • Manage operating budgets for core facilities including the development of financial projections and business cases for each facility.
  • Evaluate work flow and service levels and develop policies and procedures to optimize work flow and deliver high quality service.
  • Generate reporting metrics on facility deliverables and service levels to advise the Associate Director, and Scientific Leads, and Core Facilities Committee. Lead the process to meet annual reporting requirements.
  • Analyze facility sustainability and new emerging technologies and work with the Associate Director, and Core Facilities Committee to ensure advancement/relevance of service cores. Examples include advise on and facilitate with new equipment purchases and providing support on grant application as needed.
  • Develop market strategy to bring in outside business to support facilities, and if it is determined as being appropriate, deliver presentations/promotional material to the regional scientific community to meet this need.
  • Develop and maintain websites and promotional/service documents for each facility.
  • Work with the Associate Director, Scientific Leads, and facility staff to meet laboratory and work safety requirements for work sites.
  • Any other tasks as required

Consequences of Error/Judgment

This position is responsible for facilities and staff that handle/process limited and irreplaceable samples and may have access to confidential data. The quality of work performed will determine the success of multiple projects. Exercising poor judgment and lack of appropriate consultation can adversely affect the viability and validity of research projects or programs.

Supervision Received

This position reports to the Director of Research Services for BCCHR. The Core Facilities Manager also works under the general direction of the Associate Director and Scientific Directors of each facility and the Core Facilities Committee and works closely with affiliated Research Theme administration. The Core Facilities Manager is expected to work under limited supervision and exercise considerable judgment and initiative in duties and responsibilities.

Supervision Given

This position supervises and manages all core facilities staff under the general guidance of the Scientific Leads of each facility.

Minimum Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline. Minimum of three years of related experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

  • Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one's own

Preferred Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline. Minimum of three years' experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of three years' experience or the equivalent combination of education and management experience. Ability to prepare financial reports. Ability to enter, retrieve, correct, and interpret data in financial management system. Ability to initiate and conduct research projects. Experience in managing and/or working in a biomedical laboratory an asset. Experience in UBC administrative systems an asset. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to gather, record, and organize information. Ability to develop and deliver effective presentations and workshops. Ability to analyze and interpret data, determine implications, and provide recommendations. Ability to effectively train, supervise, and motivate employees. Ability to prioritize and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines. Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment. Ability to effectively use computers.


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