Lab Program Manager - Auburn, United States - Auburn

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    Requisition Number
    S3581P

    Home Org Name
    RFID Lab at Auburn University

    Division Name
    College of Business

    Position Title
    Lab Program Manager - RFID

    Job Class Code
    CA65

    Appointment Status
    Full-time

    Part-time FTE

    Limited Term
    No

    Limited Term Length

    Job Summary
    The Radio Frequency Identification Department (RFID) Lab at Auburn University is currently accepting applications for the position of Lab Program Manager. This position oversees and manages one or more research projects within a program for the RFID Lab that engages in planning and performing analyses and tests required for research, development, and/or quality control in either the Retail, Aerospace/Aviation, or Food Service area.

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    Essential Functions
    • Oversees the development, planning, and implementation of projects within a RFID program ensuring goals and objectives are accomplished within parameters.
    • Manages the scheduling and timekeeping for student teams, as well as onboarding and training students to ensure projects are properly resourced.
    • Coordinates requests for projects with the RFID Lab leadership to ensure the project requirements are clearly defined and communicated. This may include data analysis and retention, research papers, and lab data presentations. Monitors project schedule, progress, and deadlines. Collaborates with the Executive Director and Director to develop implementation presentations to external vendors.
    • Creates data for use in grant submission and develop new proposals for research including obtaining financial support.
    • Serves as the liaison with external partners, vendors, and funding agencies to facilitate collaboration and information exchange as directed by leadership.
    • Supports RFID Lab Directors with formal tours of the laboratory to foster relationships for potential funded research by preparing demonstrations and/or project-related presentations (leading or co-presenting).
    • Travels for recruiting, events, and research as necessary.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.
    • May be responsible for training, assisting or assigning tasks to others. May provide input to performance reviews of other employees.

    Minimum Qualifications

    Minimum Qualifications

    Education and Experience:
    Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Aviation, or related field and 2 years of experience in supply chain, inventory or product placement activities.

    OR

    Master's degree in Business, Engineering, Aviation, or related field with no experience.

    Substitutions allowed for Experience:
    When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

    Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

    Minimum Skills and Abilities
    • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
    • Strong organizations and communication skills.
    • Possesses and applies comprehensive knowledge of a particular field of specialization to the completion of complex assignments.
    Minimum Technology Skills

    Minimum License and Certifications

    Desired Qualifications

    Desired Qualifications

    Posting Detail Information

    Salary Range
    54,400 - $92,500

    Job Category
    Research

    Working Hours if Non-Traditional

    City position is located in:
    Auburn

    State position is located:
    Alabama

    List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

    Posting Date
    04/29/2024

    Closing Date
    05/13/2024

    EEO Statement
    Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

    AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

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