Lab Manager Jobs

A Lab Manager in the environmental industry is responsible for coordinating all laboratory activities. This includes designing, implementing and maintaining quality control procedures, managing the budget and resources, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. They also oversee the training and development of lab staff, as well as troubleshooting any technical issues. Apart from these, they collaborate with cross-functional teams to conduct research and develop new methodologies or improvements in environmental testing.

A Lab Manager should possess excellent organizational and managerial skills. They should be knowledgeable in environmental science and laboratory procedures, with strong analytical abilities to interpret complex data. They also need to have good interpersonal skills to work with a diverse team. Relevant certifications such as Certified Laboratory Manager (CLM) or Certified Manager of Environmental Safety and Health (CMESH) may be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Lab Manager, a person might have roles such as Laboratory Technician, Environmental Analyst or Research Scientist.

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Air Quality Laboratory Manager - Environment Testing - 1st Shift

  • Lancaster, MN
  • 6 days ago
  • Lancaster, MN
  • 6 days ago

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

Air Quality Laboratory Manager - Environment Testing - 1st Shift

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 6 days ago

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

Project Manager - Environmental Laboratory

  • Richmond, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 12 days ago

Responsible for environmental compliance of field and lab data with regard to permits and regulatory standards....

Environmental Lab Manager (Instruction & Classroom Support Technician 2)

  • Mount Vernon, WA
  • 16 days ago
  • Mount Vernon, WA
  • 16 days ago

management duties in the department, including working with faculty and staff to develop plans for waste collection and disposal in class and departmental laboratories; With delegated authority, direct...

Nevada State Public Health Laboratory: Environmental Laboratory Manager

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Nevada State Public Health Laboratory: Environmental Laboratory Manager ishitagulati0 4 days ago 2 min read Nevada State PHL Job Code: R0145537 Job Title: Environmental Laboratory Manager...

Laboratory Operations Manager

  • Redwood City, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Redwood City, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Laboratory Operations Manager Redwood City, CA Type: Full-time Min. Experience: Senior Level Ashvattha Therapeutics, a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company located in Redwood City, is seeking...

Laboratory Operations Manager, MLS Required

  • Rockville, MD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rockville, MD
  • 30+ days ago

Designs and implements the laboratory safety program, including hazardous waste management, chemical hygiene plan, and injury prevention program....

Environmental Laboratory Manager, Nevada State Public Health Lab

  • Reno, NV
  • 45+ days ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 45+ days ago

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be...

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Salary for Lab Manager Jobs Nationwide

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Highest Education Level

Lab Managers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
52.3%
Master's Degree
30.5%
Doctorate Degree
11.0%
Associate's Degree
2.3%
High School or GED
1.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.5%
Some College
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Lab Managers
4-6 years
23.8%
None
19.0%
1-2 years
14.3%
6-8 years
14.3%
10+ years
9.5%
2-4 years
9.5%
Less than 1 year
9.5%


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