ARTSLab Manager - req# 34795

The ARTSLab Lab Manager supports the day-to-dayoperations of the Art, Research, Technology & Science Laboratory (ARTSLab)at the University of New Mexico. Working closely with the Director, the LabManager ensures the smooth functioning of the facility by maintainingequipment, coordinating access and scheduling, and supporting research andcreative projects that span art, design, science, and technology. This positionplays a key role in fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and innovativeenvironment for students, faculty, and researchers exploring emerging media andinterdisciplinary practice.

This is a full-time, on-site position based at ARTSLab,working Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Lab Manager followsthe university’s academic calendar, with two months off during the summer.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day technical, educational, and researchsupport activities conducted in the laboratory; contribute to planning andreviewing the lab’s performance.
• Develop policy and protocol around shared equipment,reservations, and student access; implement appropriate inventory controlsystems and maintain inventory databases.
• Provide training on specialized technology and tools tostudents, student employees, and faculty.
• Establish and maintain policies regarding safe use ofequipment; conduct safety orientations for students and faculty on the properuse of equipment and materials.
• Maintain thorough records of equipment condition andneeded service; conduct a full inventory and status evaluation once persemester.
• Work with accountants, administrators, and IT staff onpurchasing new items, updating obsolete software and systems, and repairingdamaged equipment. 
• Monitor expenses and manage the allocated budget foreach semester; prepare internal reports for management.
• Supervise student employees each semester, includingposting positions, interviewing, and onboarding. 
• Schedule student employees and assign responsibilities;provide training on equipment, hardware, and software.

• Foster a positive and cooperative work environment thatencourages learning, collaboration, and creativity.

About ARTSLab

ARTSLab is a research and production facility within theUniversity of New Mexico’s College of Fine Arts. ARTSLab supportsinterdisciplinary collaboration between artists, designers, scientists, andengineers through access to cutting-edge tools and technologies. The labfeatures a production studio, immersive projection dome, digital fabricationequipment, motion capture systems, and XR workstations. Founded in 2005,ARTSLab continues to foster innovative research, creative experimentation, andpublic engagement at the intersection of art, science, and technology.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.

Bachelor's degree in a directly related field; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a field related to art, design,media, engineering, or technology.
• At least two years of experience working directly withstudents and faculty, or comparable experience in a client- or teaching-focusedenvironment.
• Experience managing operations in a creativetechnology, media production, or research lab environment.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee day-to-day facilityuse, equipment scheduling, and maintenance.
• Experience supporting interdisciplinary projects thatbridge art, design, science, and technology.
• Proven record of supervising student employees,interns, or project assistants.
• Experience coordinating workshops, public events, orexhibitions that engage both university and community audiences.

Technical Knowledge

• Proficiency with digital fabrication tools (e.g., 3Dprinters, laser cutters, CNC routers) and media production equipment (e.g.,cameras, lighting, audio systems).
• Familiarity with extended reality (XR/AR/VR) systems,motion capture, or immersive projection environments.
• Working knowledge of software platforms such as Unity,Unreal Engine, TouchDesigner, Adobe Creative Cloud, or related creative codingenvironments.
• Understanding of equipment safety, inventorymanagement, and troubleshooting procedures.

Soft Skills

• Exceptional organizational skills; ability toprioritize, track details, and keep complex projects and facilities runningsmoothly.
• Excellent communication skills with an ability tocollaborate across disciplines and departments.
• A service-oriented mindset and enthusiasm for helpingstudents, faculty, and researchers realize their creative and scholarly goals.

Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.