The Laboratory Manager is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of the Western Advanced Materials Foundry (WAMF) Nanofabrication Facility and related equipment. The role will provide effective and efficient management of the laboratory and will ensure that leaders, faculty members, students and other stakeholders have the required information, guidance, documentation, and resources required. The Laboratory Manager will act as a point person for health and safety issues, conduct inspections to ensure safe laboratory practices are employed, and assist in the resolution of issues that arise in the laboratory. The Laboratory Manager is responsible to ensure the cleanliness of the facility, monitoring and controlling the inventory of supplies and chemicals, and monitoring various financial processes as required. The role will also participate in the development of protocols, perform laboratory techniques, and train staff, students and other users of the facility.
