Generates and maintains mouse strains, performs animal husbandry and genotyping in addition to in vivo phenotyping of mouse strains. Meet with senior staff members and translate their needs and words into relevant text or email drafts. offerings, including SIEMs, firewalls and endpoint security technologies. view job details

The Lab Operations Manager develops laboratory policies and procedures and issues updates as needed. Manages the daily activities of the laboratory. Being a Lab Operations Manager estimates the time and resources needed to complete projects. Plans and designs experiments. In addition, Lab Operations Manager orders and inspects materials and equipment and maintains detailed and accurate inventory of lab supplies. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Lab Operations Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manage... view job details

Manage day-to-day operation of the lab including the basic management of laboratory resource. Builds, develops and manages laboratory team and oversees associates regarding staffing needs, project management, training, professional growth, associate behavior, corrective action, succession planning, work scheduling, and compensation administration. Manages the viviarium and other animal and plant husbandry as needed. view job details

Maintains electronic inventory of shared equipment in the teaching and research laboratories. Assist with the writing, reviewing, and editing of standard operating procedures, laboratory protocols, and technical reports. Review and compile laboratory test data and perform appropriate analyses. view job details

Participates in the specification, design, implementation, and modification of projects related to assigned labs. Prepares and maintains schedules and provides appropriate laboratory coverage to ensure timely results reporting. Provides opportunities for staff participation in nursing and hospital based activities including councils and task forces. view job details

Improving Businesses All of us practice project management in our lives, whether we know it or not. We are all involved in planning and organizing our everyday tasks, career, and work responsibilities. In the business world, project management is a high level skill, and a demanding career choice. Project managers are key employees in every industry and all types of companies, all over the world. Project Management itself is rapidly becoming one of the most important processes within a company. The number of PMs has risen considerably as companies have begun to realize the valuable benefits the... view article details

Working in the airline industry can take you places. Even from an elevation of only 110 feet -- the official above sea level height of the city of Everett – which is the site of The Boeing Company’s commercial airplane plant on Washington state's northernmost coast. The career path of Bridget Beckmyer-Johnson provides clear evidence of the 'sky’s the limit' type of opportunities available to the dedicated employee. Her passion for people and learning has transported her from an entry-level position as an airplane “sealer” all the way to management during her 15-year tenure at the plant.Between... view article details

Q. I'm an HR generalist. I've been with the same firm for five years, hired as an executive assistant to the president making $32k, one year later became administrative manager, then at the end of last year was promoted to HR manager, making $50k. I was promoted with the expectation that our company would grow rapidly. That reality has not taken place and although I have plenty to do in my role, I'm getting back the office management responsibilities I previously owned. I've handled five office lease expansions, telephones, benefits, new hires, orientations, terminations, etc. I have excelle... view article details

Achoo!Dear Annette,Our manager keeps coming into the office when he is obviously sick, such as when he has an awful cold. We don't want to get what he has. How can we get him to stay home?Sick of ItDear Sick of It,Ah, the miracles of droplet infection. Just one tiny sneeze gone awry, or a revolting tissue placed for nary a second on a common surface, and all of you will be singing the same song, complete with a chorus of choking gasps, honks, and other noises. It is never fabulous to contaminate others, particularly if the company is planning to institute a 360-degree review process soon.Your ... view article details

Should Managers be Facebook Friends with Employees? Signs Point to No. How often do you check out your own page? You might be surprised by how many applications have permission to create updates on your behalf. Your employees can see the high score you got in Bejeweled and all the crops you watered in Farmville during the last staff meeting. They also know all about celebrity gossip you read on Yahoo hours before your lunch break. The manager and employee relationship can be precarious. Keep your subordinates off of your Facebook page if you don’t know how to deactivate your notifications. Fac... view article details

Every company needs a method to decide fair pay for their employees. Big companies often hire a compensation manager to handle this matter. These managers help set salary levels, organize wellness programs, and figure out how payroll will be structured. To become a compensation and benefits manager, it’s important to understand what the job involves. This article will explain what a compensation manager does, their job responsibilities, how to become one, and the essential skills needed. What is a Compensation Manager? ... view blog & white papers details

Being a manager isn't solely about keeping things running smoothly at work. It's about talking openly with your team about things such as compensation. While this seems uncomfortable, it's an important job of a manager. When managers talk openly about pay, it helps everyone understand why certain decisions are made. But a lot of managers aren't ready to have these conversations. This article talks about why it's important for managers to get better at discussing pay, and steps to take to make it easier for them. Why Talking About Compensation is Hard Talking about pay can be awkward. Most comp... view blog & white papers details

Becoming a successful manager in any organization requires a well-structured plan. The 30 60 90 day plan manager is a conceptual blueprint for thriving in this new role during the first three months. It is a guide for a new manager to understand the organization, implement improvements, and craft a long-term vision for the team. This article delves into the key objectives and activities for each phase of this plan to help the new manager hit the ground running. The First 30 Days: Learning & Observation This phase of the 30 60 90 day plan manager is primarily about onboarding and adjustment. Es... view blog & white papers details

For a CEO of a startup or a Fortune 500 company, compensation management is key to attracting and keeping top talent. But it is complex, with ever-changing regulations, data analysis, strategic growth, and more. At some point, there is a need to bring a compensation manager on board. How do you know when it is time? For a company struggling to align pay equity with performance, noticing high turnover in key roles, or hearing rumblings about pay, these may be signs. A compensation manager can design programs to motivate performance. They can also ensure fairness and help compete for talent in t... view blog & white papers details

Dealing with insubordinate employees is one of the most daunting tasks of a manager. But it does not have to feel completely overwhelming. With the right strategies, managers can turn around problem behavior and get the team back on track. This article breaks down the causes of defiance and offers tips for addressing it in an effective way. The goal is to create a respectful and productive work environment that brings out the best in people. Read on to learn how to manage even the most difficult employees successfully. Defining Insubordination in the Workplace Insubordination refers to willful... view blog & white papers details