Penn Information Systems & Computing

Lab Manager

Penn Information Systems & Computing

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Philadelphia • Pennsylvania • United States

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Salary

💰 $55,000 - $65,000 per year

About the role

  • The Lab Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of SAFE Lab, supervising MSW students and managing a portfolio of research and community-engaged projects.
  • This role is responsible for maintaining efficient lab systems, supporting grant-funded initiatives, and coordinating partnerships, programming, and events.
  • Provides oversight of the Center’s logistical and administrative functions while actively contributing to research, including initiatives such as the Creator Cohort Institute.
  • Manages the calendar and scheduling for the Center Director and plays a central role in supporting the development, submission, and management of grants, including IRB protocols and compliance processes.
  • Coordinates communication between SAFELab, the School of Social Policy & Practice (SP2), and other university departments and external partners.
  • Includes supervising student interns, administrative staff, and research personnel, as well as training and supporting work-study students, casual staff, and research assistants engaged in lab projects.
  • Facilitates collaboration by coordinating meetings and engagements with community partners, university collaborators, and other research centers.
  • Contributes to the lab’s research output by assisting in the preparation of manuscripts and working closely with Principal Investigators to advance project deliverables.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Fine Arts, and 2 to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
  • Masters degree in social work or related field and 2 years of progressively responsible experience in research, administration, and project management preferred.
  • Required: Research experience
  • Strong writing (academic/grant)
  • Administrative/project management experience
  • Student supervision experience
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Preferred: Community-engaged research
  • Digital media/public health familiarity
  • Grant-funded university experience
  • Event planning experience
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Flexible work hours
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition assistance
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Wellness programs
  • Retirement plans
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Hard Skills & Tools
research experienceadministrative experienceproject managementgrant writingevent planningcommunity-engaged researchdigital media familiaritypublic health familiarity
Soft Skills
strong writingorganizational skillsstudent supervisioncollaboration
Certifications
Bachelor of ArtsBachelor of ScienceBachelor of Fine ArtsMasters degree in social work