| Position Summary: |
Are you a seasoned professional looking for an exciting opportunity to shape the future of engineering education? The University of Dayton, a top-tier Catholic research university, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Lab Manager to join our School of Engineering. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the daily operations of our teaching and research laboratories, ensuring a seamless and conducive learning environment for our students, faculty and staff. Your responsibilities will encompass managing laboratory resources, maintaining equipment, and implementing safety protocols to uphold the highest standards of excellence.
This position will be responsible for working collaboratively with other members of the School of Engineering Lab Manager Team to oversee the teaching and research activities and operational oversight of the School of Engineering labs. This position will work with a core team of lab managers, as well as School of Engineering administration, faculty, staff, and students, to plan, manage, and meet overall objectives and interests of the labs. A primary aspect of this position is supporting the prototyping and manufacturing project needs of students and instructors through consultation and individualized training and instruction on relevant approaches and equipment. Another key aspect of the position is coordinating the inventory, storage, and maintenance of supplies, lab ware, and instruments essential to the operation of the labs. This position will oversee a specific area of the laboratory facilities (e.g. Innovation Center) for about 50% of their time, while the remaining time will be spent addressing and contributing to solutions to SOE-wide needs and submitted work orders. The position will assist in the development and implementation and policies, procedures, and standards for lab operations to ensure the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality control of the laboratories and compliance with federal, state, and university regulations and standards.
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| Minimum Qualifications: |
• An associate’s degree or a trade school/vocation/technician degree
• Minimum of 5 years in product development and hands-on experience with rapid prototyping equipment including; 3D printers, multi axis cutting tools, lathes, power tools, hand tools, welding etc.
• Understands and well versed in a variety of manufacturing methods for prototyping component parts
• Outstanding technical application of technical skills
• Ability to work in the spirit of service and cooperation with students, faculty and staff to achieve the goals of the Innovation Center and the School of Engineering.
• Proven history of successful lab management organization/experience
• Ability and proven record of taking initiative
• Strong organization skills
• Valid driver's license with low risk driving record
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| Preferred Qualifications: |
While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and CAD software, such as SOLIDWORKS
• Strong background in application of electro mechanical equipment and systems
• Proven working knowledge of Data Acquisition Systems (DAQs) for experimental data collection
• OSHA and Forklift certified
• Ability and comfort in performing manual-type jobs, such as lifting and carrying heavy loads
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| Closing Statement: |
Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity, achieve equitable outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, we will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity.
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