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The Department of Genome Sciences (GS) is part of the University of Washington School of Medicine (UW SoM) and is comprised of 31 labs addressing leading edge questions in biology and medicine by developing and applying genetic, genomic and computational approaches taking advantage of genomic information now available for a host of species. GS is making major contributions in the application of genome science to understand the fundamentals of biology and to improve human health and wellbeing. Genome Sciences is a collaborative department supported by very different academic disciplines. We work with a multitude of Program Investigators (PIs) in departments both on the UW campus as well as worldwide. The department has gone through significant expansion since its beginning in 2001 with annual grant awards of $56.5M in FY22.

The Department of Genome Sciences is committed to creating an environment that is welcoming and inclusive. Our goal is to foster a place of learning and working where all members can thrive and where diversity is recognized and celebrated. At Genome Sciences, we aim to create supportive spaces for those who are marginalized in higher education or society. To achieve this, we recognize that it is our ongoing responsibility to understand, acknowledge, and challenge systems of privilege and disadvantage in higher education such as those based on race, color, creed, caste, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or socioeconomic status.

Position Purpose
The Department of Genome Sciences has an outstanding full-time opportunity for a Manager of Physical Operations. Under the direction of the Director, the individual will oversee the physical operations of a large and complex department, serving as the primary resource for department faculty, staff, students and postdocs regarding operational concerns, including building repairs and modifications, equipment, and safety issues; responsible for planning and ensuring daily operations, overseeing core staff, and facilitating communications throughout the organization.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage departmental inventory records ($45M) to ensure compliance with university, state and federal audit standards – 10%

Oversee appropriate storage, surplus or disposal of sensitive lab equipment and furniture – 10%

Develop and maintain department’s fire safety and evacuation policies and procedures, including training materials for personnel regarding departmental safety and evacuation plans to meet state, local and university policy and legal requirements – 10%

Assist incoming faculty with organizing their new labs to operate effectively and efficiently. Manage the transition and setup of their lab equipment for operation including forecasting and troubleshooting problems – 10%

Provide oversight and maintain coverage for the departmental glassware washing, autoclave, and media prep facilities and other services as may be necessary, including rate proposal preparation of the media prep facility – 10%

Maintain department shared resources and equipment, including budget management of service contracts – 10%

Serve as building access coordinator – 10%

Maintain accuracy of departmental space records in the UW InVision system – 10%

Oversee laboratory renovations and projects, including budget management of work orders – 10%

Provide reporting as requested for use in the planning, budgeting, interpreting and reviewing of operations to achieve the strategic goals of the department – 5%

Other duties as assigned – 5%

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree in business or facilities administration, life sciences, or a related field, plus four years’ demonstrated experience in facilities management in a scientific environment.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Experience with using spreadsheets and databases

Demonstrated ability to solve problems independently and creatively

Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups and provide excellent customer service

Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and adapt to changing requirements

Ability to contribute to the functioning of the overall administrative team

Demonstrated supervisory experience under conditions of tight deadlines and exacting standards

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Familiarity with UW policies, procedures, and systems, particularly regarding facilities, inventory, procurement and employee health and safety.

Application Process:
The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.