Research Assistant/Lab Manager, Harrogate

Lincoln Memorial University; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A university in Harrogate is seeking a full-time Research Assistant/Lab Manager responsible for the daily management of research laboratories. The role involves coordinating clinical trial activities, maintaining laboratory equipment, and assisting faculty and students in research needs. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field and has prior experience in a research setting. This position offers an opportunity to work closely with faculty and contribute to impactful research.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or related field required.
• Prior experience in a research laboratory setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day management of the research laboratories.
• Assist in performing experiments and maintaining laboratory equipment.
• Coordinate with faculty and manage laboratory supplies.

Skills

Experience in a research laboratory setting

Technical skills in ELISA, microscopy, PCR, flow cytometry

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field

Job description

Department

Department DCOM BASIC SCIENCES

Position Category

Position Category Staff Full Time

Job Description

The Research Assistant/Lab Manager for the DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine (DCOM) at Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) – Harrogate (LMU - DCOM) is a full‑time position responsible for the day‑to‑day management and oversight of the research laboratories. This person will also assist with coordination of organizational aspects, execution of clinical trials, technical measures and duties as assigned to serve the needs of faculty and students participating in research at DCOM at LMU – Harrogate.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field
• Prior experience in a research laboratory setting

Preferred Qualifications

• Physical Demands

Campus

• Campus Harrogate

Job Duty

• Promote the mission of Lincoln Memorial University to all faculty, staff, students and the community at large.
• Promote effective working relationships among faculty, staff and students.
• Work closely with the Assistant/Associate Dean Research, Research Director(s) and other Faculty and students.
• Maintain supplies needed for the laboratory by acquiring quotes from sales representatives, creating purchase requests, communicating with research administration to acquire orders, track shipments and verify delivery, and unpacking deliveries in a timely manner.
• Place service requests and schedule preventative maintenance of all equipment owned by DCOM.
• Coordinate with other laboratory managers to schedule preventative maintenance of shared equipment.
• Coordinate with the campus safety officer on rules, regulations, record keeping and storage of chemicals associated with the DCOM‑Harrogate research labs.
• Oversee safety and security checklists and perform routine maintenance on laboratory equipment.
• Assure the observance of quality control management.
• Assist in maintaining day‑to‑day usage and responsibilities for the laboratory spaces including but not limited to MANS 422, MANS imaging suite and the zebrafish lab.
• Assist in performing experiments using techniques such as ELISA, bacterial culture, microscopy, PCR, flow cytometry, and HPTLC.
• Preparation of media, solutions, and reagents, routine autoclave sterilization, periodic cleaning of equipment and refrigerators.
• Provide support and/or assistance for manuscript and grant writing as appropriate.
• Assure that students understand the proper care for the research facilities and the importance of a quality work environment.
• Duties as assigned.

Posting Number

Posting Number S04756P

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 12/17/2025

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 04/30/2026

About the Institution

Lincoln Memorial University is a values‑based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at 423‑869‑7112 or [e-mail].

AA/EEO Statement

Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities.

The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual’s identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual’s criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts

Optional Documents

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• Letter of Recommendation 1