ALMA2023 Oct 10-12, 2023

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The Association of Laboratory MAnagers (ALMA), a nonprofit association since 1979, strives to enable managers of laboratory based organizations to become better leaders through conferences and workshops, and with opportunities to network and share ideas with peers from around the world.
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Do You Have This Key Leadership Skill? Are You Open to Learn?

Sep 20, 2023
Do You Have This Key Leadership Skill? Are You Open To Learn? A key leadership skill that isn’t talked about much but is one that employers often consider in deciding to promote someone on the management ladder is openness to learning. Since we work and live in an environment of continuous change, regardless of a […]
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ALMA2023 Leadership Training & Development

Sep 11, 2023
Leadership Training & Development at ALMA2023 Have you thought about ways to improve your leadership skills? Interested in bringing it to the next level? As a lab manager, having a strong leadership foundation is important to support your success. That foundation includes a variety of critical skills, including vision, emotional intelligence, courage, coaching, decision-making, accountability, […]
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ALMA Conference Testimonials

Aug 7, 2023
What are lab managers saying about ALMA Conferences? I continue to pick up tips, gain insight, and grow as a leader from my association with ALMA.  I really like the focus areas on laboratory and people management that ALMA conferences provide.  ALMA attracts a diverse range of laboratories in a wide range of specialties, and […]
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Fume Hood Certified Offers Free Online Course

Aug 5, 2023
Fume Hood Certified Offers Free Online Course ALMA Gold Sponsor, Fume Hood Certified, is offering their popular online course “Laboratory Fume Hoods Explained” at no cost to the ALMA Community. This holistic view of laboratory fume hoods and laboratory ventilation is a great resource for laboratory managers and staff. Use this link for more information […]
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Leadership Don’ts for Lab Managers

Jun 28, 2023
Leadership Don’ts for Lab Managers   Books, articles, and courses on leadership focus on what must be done to become a better leader.  We can also learn from what leaders shouldn’t do.  Here’s a list of what effective leaders should not do : Continue to do your old job in addition to your new one […]
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Medical Operations Laboratory Manager

September 26, 2023

The Laboratory Manager is a member of a multi-disciplinary team in the Student Health Center Medical Clinic, including primary care, gynecology, and specialty care. This position is accountable for the administration, technical, and personnel functions necessary for quality laboratory operations and management. The candidate should have a deep appreciation for the collaborative care model and […]

Senior Laboratory Manager – Alt Lab

September 21, 2023

The Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) advances the discovery and sharing of scientific knowledge to benefit us all. As a biomedical research organization and philanthropy, HHMI supports a vibrant community of academic researchers, educators, students, and professionals. Together, we’re unlocking the fundamentals of biology and building an open, inclusive future for science.   The lab […]