Laboratory Manager

Job Description:

About Brown:

Brown University is a leading research university distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty and staff are driven by the idea that their work will have an impact in the world.

Brown University offers a flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter break and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts and more.  To learn about Brown University’s benefits, visit the University Human Resources web page for further information.

About the Opportunity:

At this dynamic cross-campus center, the Institute at Brown for Environment and Society (IBES), students and faculty conduct groundbreaking research and build creative solutions to complex 21st-century problems in climate and sustainability. Work at IBES combines an understanding of the natural world and human dimensions because environmental stewardship, human rights, and economic well-being are inextricably linked.

Through our unique interdisciplinary approach, IBES cultivates actionable research outcomes, while equipping and empowering the change agents of tomorrow through our rigorous and diverse academic programs. 

IBES faculty, staff, and students play key roles in the global conversation about environmental issues – on campus, at the State House, in boardrooms, and at the United Nations. 

At Brown, and within IBES, we celebrate diversity in all its forms, and work together to create a collaborative, inclusive, and equitable work environment where everyone can achieve their professional goals. 

Responsibilities:

The Paleoclimate and Climate Change Lab at Brown University seeks a Lab Manager to oversee lab operations and to support and contribute to a diverse portfolio of research projects. The Lab Manager will manage operations of
the lab's cavity ringdown spectrometers and provide assistance to student research assistants and visiting researchers alike.

Responsibilities include instrument operation, scheduling and maintenance; lab purchasing and related paperwork; sample preparation; data and metadata analysis, quality control, and archival; training and oversight
of student research assistants and other lab personnel; and ensuring compliance with environmental health and safety guidelines.

This position is a full-time, 12-month position 100% research funded and is for one year with the possibility of renewal, based on satisfactory work performance and dependent upon funding.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in geosciences, environmental science, or other STEM field strongly preferred with a minimum of 2 years of related work experience or the equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Prior experience in climate, paleoclimate, geology, and/or oceanographic research preferred.

• Experience operating analytical instrumentation is preferred.

• Experience with data analysis and visualization software (e.g. R, Matlab, Python) is preferred.

​Job Competencies

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Experience with Google suite, MS Office, and data analysis and visualization software. 

• Scientific writing and reporting.

• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in a laboratory environment.

• Project management experience preferred.

Salary Grade:

9

Additional Information: 

Applicants are asked to include a resume. 

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-07-09

Job Posting Title:

Laboratory Manager

Department:

Institute at Brown for Environment and Society

Grade:

Grade 9

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Onsite

Submission Guidelines:

The designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote.

Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.

Please note that to be considered for a staff position at Brown University, you must submit a separate application for each position you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewed only for the specific position to which they are submitted and are not automatically considered for future openings.  

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact [email protected].

Brown is an E-Verify Employer.

EEO Statement:

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.