Job Details

Director, Environmental Laboratory Division

The Nevada State Public Health Laboratory (NSPHL) at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine invites applications for the role of Director, Environmental Laboratory Division.

The Environmental Laboratory Division Director is a working supervisory position responsible for overall management, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance of the Environmental Laboratory at the NSPHL. The Director oversees daily operations across multiple specialized sectionsincluding EPA Chemistry, CDC Wastewater Surveillance, Chemical Terrorism Response (LRN-C), and FDA Food Radiochemistryensuring all functions meet federal, State, and local requirements. This role performs routine analytical testing, supervises laboratory personnel, and coordinates training and professional development to maintain technical excellence and regulatory readiness. The Director provides leadership in developing and sustaining Nevada's infrastructure for environmental hazard surveillance and public health emergency response. The position advances innovative testing methodologies that address emerging public health needs while delivering critical data and analytical insights to inform evidence-based policy and decision-making. In collaboration with NSPHL leadership and statewide partners, the Director strengthens Nevada's environmental public health capacity through strategic planning, scientific presentation, and technical guidance to public health professionals and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in leading laboratory science as a working supervisor, including development of staff, providing coordinated support for public health outbreak events, lab and regulatory protocol compliance, and competency in departmental test methods. Ability to collaborate internally and externally with a variety of agencies and communities, communicate and implement strategic initiatives, and develop training programs are key communication competencies. A record of administrative oversight across various lab functions, including grant and cost analysis, staff competency, grant and State agency reporting, and equipment acquisition and maintenance must be demonstrated.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and four years of related professional work experience OR

Master's Degree and two years of related professional work experience

Relevant Experience: Complex chemical instrumentation operations/troubleshooting; compliance, licensing, quality assurance and accreditation; lab management and supervision

Compensation Grade

C

Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program

The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples' professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada.

Department Contacts

Stephanie Van Hooser

Administrative Director, NSPHL

...@med.unr.edu

Full-Time Equivalent: 100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

1) Resume/CV

2) Letters of Application (Cover letter)

3) Three professional references (include name, title, company/organization, email address, phone number)

Optional Attachments

1) Applicable state licensure or certification

Posting Close Time

This posting will close at 12:00 am on the date listed below. The posting will no longer be available to apply to after 11:59 pm the day prior.

Posting Close Date

12/5/2025

Note to Applicant

A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member's first day of employment. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process. Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment. Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.