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• Work closely with the investigators and
  US-based lab team to prepare the Uganda-based laboratory for research
  studies to be run at the site. Assist with establishment of new
  technologies in the lab.
• Support investigators with grant writing to
  ensure that lab operations are adequately considered and budgeted for.
• Evaluate laboratory program growth needs
  and establish priorities. Work with leadership to create comprehensive
  strategic plans for short-term, mid-term, and long-term research goals.
• Identify, prioritize, and coordinate
  establishment of new techniques and assays in the laboratories.
• Actively participate in both formal and
  informal sharing of data amongst collaborating researchers and funding
  agencies.
• Provide leadership/mentorship and training
  of visiting researchers/post-docs within the lab.
• Serve as a bridge between senior managers
  and directors in the US and Uganda for on-going research activities.

• Mentors and oversees laboratory staff in
  accordance with FHCRC and Ugandan employment laws and regulations.
  Responsibilities will include oversight of hiring, training, daily
  responsibilities, performance management, etc.
• Develop and administer laboratory
  policies. Oversee SOP and process development. Create new procedures and
  manuals according to protocol, IRB, grant/contract, collaborators, and
  FHCRC specifications.
• With the technical assistance of FHCRC
  administrative staff, prepare, submit, and manage annual lab operating
  budget.
• Manage the direction of workflow in the
  laboratory and execution of tasks of lab and ancillary staff.
• Oversee the management of annual
  maintenance and service contracts and ensure compliant and smooth
  operations of laboratory equipment.
• Oversee the coordination of other
  vendor/collaborator contract/agreements and renewals (e.g. standing
  orders, annual quotes from major suppliers, etc.) for reagents,
  consumables, PPE, and other lab supplies.
• Manage and oversee all Laboratory Service
  Agreements with vendor laboratories/institutions.
• Manage laboratory based research
  collaborations with outside institutions (new business development).
• Obtain CAP accreditation in all HCRIU
  relevant research laboratories.

• Build and grow strong working
  relationships with key stakeholders, including program investigators and
  other local laboratory directors in Uganda.
• Publicly represent the UCI/HCCA laboratory
  program with external constituency groups, including community,
  government, and private organizations.
• Develop working relationships with key
  vendors supporting the program’s work.

• Establish strong working relationship with
  HCRIU laboratory staff and provide guidance on laboratory expectations and
  function.  Provide mentorship in
  laboratory leadership, as well as laboratory management.
• Establish policies and procedures to
  enable systematic workflow to allow growth of all laboratories in function
  and volume.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

• The ideal candidate should preferably hold
  an Advanced degree (M.D. or Ph.D) with a concentration in Pathology,
  Hematopathology, Molecular Biology, Virology, Immunology, and/or
  Laboratory Medicine or a related field with at least two years
  postdoctoral research experience. A Bachelor’s degrees will be considered
  with appropriate experience.
• Expertise in human clinical trial
  development and implementation.
• At least five years’ experience including laboratory
  and staff management. 
• Prior experience successfully setting up
  new laboratories.
• Prior experience achieving laboratory
  accreditation.
• Past CAP and/or GCLP/GCP experience.
• Previous experience managing large,
  interdisciplinary groups.
• Possess the ability to determine
  appropriate course of action in more complex situations.
• Ability to work independently, exercise
  creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive work attitude.
• Ability to manage multiple and
  simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all
  medical, financial, and legal information.
• Ability to complete work assignments
  accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both
  oral and written.
• Ability to handle difficult situations
  involving staff, participants, physicians, and others in a professional
  manner.

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