i-BRAIN

i-BRAIN – the Institute for Brain Research, Advanced Interfaces and Neurotechnologies - is a highly-interdisciplinary research institute focused on developing transformative brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) that blur the distinction between electronics and the brain. Founded by world-renowned scientist Prof. Charles Lieber, i-BRAIN will enable groundbreaking research to understand the brain and brain diseases as well as breakthrough technologies for treatment of neurological and neurodegenerative diseases for the near-term but also enable future advances and treatments that today may be considered the realm of science fiction. Additionally, i-BRAIN will instill a positive and highly interdisciplinary culture in the training of young scientists, engineers and doctors such that they are prepared to lead the development of science and engineering as well as the translation of ideas into commercial technologies that benefit present and future generations!

Lab Manager (PhD + Postdoc Experience)

Core Responsibilities:

1.Financial Management: Oversee annual lab budgeting, fund allocation, and reimbursement processes, ensuring compliance with financial regulations.

2.Equipment Procurement Coordination: Manage end-to-end procurement of lab equipment, including needs assessment, vendor negotiations, order tracking, and quality inspection.

3.Lab Safety & Training: Develop and update lab safety protocols, conduct quarterly safety training (chemical handling, biosafety, and emergency drills).

4.Task Assignment & Supervision: Oversee the timely preparation of research reports working with group members and the PI.

5.Animal Protocol Compliance:

·Lead the design and ethical review of experimental protocols for rodent (Rodent) and non-human primate (NHP).

· Monitor regulatory updates to ensure full compliance with guidelines.

6.Website development: In charge of lab website development and content updates, integrating research and resource-sharing features. 

7.Research Outreach Strategies: Organize annual lab open-house events, draft press releases for key findings, and manage social media promotion.

8.Candidate Prescreening: Support the PI in preliminary screening of postdoc applicants.

9.Oversee Facility Maintenance: Oversee and assist with routine equipment inspections and coordinate professional repairs or preventive maintenance.

10.Miscellaneous Duties: Handle ad hoc tasks assigned by the PI and participate in cross-departmental meetings.

Qualifications:

1.PhD degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., biology, chemistry, neuroscience) preferred.

2.Minimum 3-year working experience in laboratory management (preferably across chemical and neuroscience labs).

3.Proficiency in equipment maintenance and compliance protocols.

4.Excellent verbal and written communication skills; fluency in English and Chinese.

5.Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities.

6.Proactive, trustworthy, and adaptable to a diverse, fast-paced environment.

PI Assistant

Core Responsibilities:

1.Daily Operations Coordination: Manage PI and lab calendars, schedule group meetings, seminars, etc.

2.Meeting & Travel Logistics:

· Organize weekly lab meetings, reserve meeting rooms/virtual links, and document minutes.

· Assist in travel arrangements for the PI and team members (flights, hotels, conference registration).

· Coordinate academic visits, including guest, refreshment arrangements.

3.Communication & Documentation: Manage correspond, maintain email archives.

4.Research Supply Management:

· Procure reagents and consumables from suppliers, maintain inventory records.

· Track orders, manage returns, and verify invoices.

5.PI Academic Profile Maintenance: Regularly update the PI’s CV, personal webpage, and related profiles (e.g., website, social media).

6.Recruitment Support:

· Screen application material for lab positions, compile candidate profiles, schedule interviews.

·  Maintain candidate databases and track interview feedback.

7.Miscellaneous Support: Assist with reimbursement documentation, lab access management, and new member onboarding.

Qualifications:

1.Master degree in a scientific discipline preferred.

2.Minimum 3-year working experience in research group.

3.Excellent verbal and written communication skills; fluency in English and Chinese.

4.Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities.

5.Proactive, trustworthy, outgoing and adaptable to a diverse, fast-paced environment.

How to apply

Applicants please provide the following materials in English 

1.CV.

2.Other materials that can illustrate capabilities.

Please send the above materials in PDF format and the applicant's self-introduction to ibrain@smart.org.cn.

(The subject of the email: name+Lab manager, or name+PI assistant).