Research Laboratory Manager
Planning and managing laboratory resources while directing research and associated training transfers directly to research laboratory operations.
How to prepare: Build a portfolio documenting laboratory resources managed, research programs directed, and training supervised, then compare it with education, scientific-specialty, and employer credentialing requirements for research laboratory management openings.
What the civilian work involves
- Plan or direct research, development, or production activities.
- Review project activities and prepare and review research, testing, or operational reports.
- Confer with scientists, engineers, regulators, or others to plan or review projects or to provide technical assistance.
Civilian tools and software (examples)
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint