Item 3.B-September 12, 2014
ADMINISTRATIVE FACULTY POSITION DESCRIPTION QUESTIONNAIRE
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Incumbent(s) Name (if applicable): David Quilici
Position #(s): 11120
Current Title: Manager, Mass Spectrometry Facility
Current Range: 2
(JCC:76135)
Department: Idea Network of Biomedical Research
College/Division: Vice President,
Excellence (INBRE) Program
Research Innovation
Account #(s): 1206-121-1802;1320-119-12BT;1201-121-1511
Action Proposed: (check all that apply)
( ) New position: Proposed Range:
Proposed Title:
( X ) Title Change, Proposed Title: Manager, Nevada Proteomics Center
( X ) Proposed Reassignment from Range 2
to Range 3
( ) Revised PDQ only (no change in range or title)
JCC (Current
( ) Line of Progression (show titles below)
or new HR
Range:
assigned):
I certify that the statements in this description are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
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Employee’s Signature
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Date
I/we have reviewed the statements in this form and they accurately reflect the job assignments.
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Immediate Supervisor’s Signature James Kenyon, Director, INBRE Program
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Date
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Director/Chair/Dean Mridul Gautam, Vice President, Research Innovation
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Approved for Salary Placement Committee review.
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Pres / Vice Pres / Vice Prov Signature Mridul Gautam
Date
Vice President, Research Innovation
Action Approved by the Provost/President (Completed by Faculty HR):
67608 Range:
3
Pos #(s): 11120
JCC:
EEO: 3B
Eff: 9/1/2014
Approved Title: Manager, Nevada Proteomics Center
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Employee Signature:_______________________________________________ __________________
Date
Printed Name: ____________________________________________________
Rev: 10/1/2012
Position Description – Manager, Nevada Proteomics Center
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1. Summary Statement: State the major function(s) of the position and its role in the
university. Attach an organizational chart with positions, ranges, and names for the division
which reflects the position in it as well as those supervised in the department. (This section is
used for advertisement of the position.)
The Manager, Nevada Proteomics Center, oversees the operation and maintenance of the mass
spectrometers for proteomic analysis. The current instrumentation enables Nevada System of Higher
Education (NSHE) researchers to perform discovery and targeted proteomic analysis. The Manager is
responsible for the preparation and analysis of samples as well as providing workshops for faculty,
staff, and students in the area of proteomics. The Manager is also responsible for the preparation and
submission of instrumentation grants to enhance the facilities and assisting researchers in the
preparation of proteomic research proposals. The position reports to the Director, Idea Network of
Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE) within the office of the Vice President for Research and
Innovation.
2. List the major responsibilities, including percentage of time devoted to each. Provide
enough detail to enable a person outside the department to understand the job (percentage
first with heading and then bulleted information).
40% - Instrument Operation and Scheduling
 Prepare and analyze samples for testing
 Provide maintenance, cleaning, and trouble shooting of ,mass spectrometry instrumentation,
i.e., a Thermo Scientific LTQ Orbitrap and a Finnigan Polaris Q ion trap (mass spectrometors)
and two Michrom Paradigm 2D HPLC, etc.
 Work with users and represent several departments in several colleges to manage operations
and set schedules for operation which maximize efficiency and core output
 Develop proposals for grants for new instrumentation funding and assist academic faculty with
finding and developing proposals for proteomics related research (i.e., National Science
Foundation (NSF), National Institutes of Health (NIH), etc.); act as Principal Investigator on
shared equipment grant
20% - Personnel Training and Administration
 Train students and postdoctoral associates who wish to use the mass spectrometers and
provide assistance in preparation of samples for experiments to ensure accuracy of data
 Provide workshops for current and potential users
 Set policies on the use of each instrument and for what analyses; certain analyses is
conducted exclusively by the Manager due to the nature of the versatile but complex
spectrometer
 Work with the Proteomics Steering Committee in ensuring smooth functioning of facility
 Delegate work, supervise, and evaluate Staff Research Associate and Research Biochemist
15% - Data Interpretation and Experimental Design
 Assist users in the experimental design and interpretation of data
 Provide data management, interpretation, and dispersal of results to users
15% - Instrument Maintenance
 Diagnosis of computer hardware and software problems, swapping of circuit boards, and
utilizing the assistance of university IT technicians when necessary to keep instruments
functional
 Ensure preventative and corrective maintenance of instruments
 Research and submit equipment funding requests to ensure equipment is up to date
Position Description – Manager, Nevada Proteomics Center
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5% - Technical Expertise Level
 Maintain up-to-date technical expertise through literature review, participation in conferences
such as the American Society for Mass Spectrometry (ASMS) Meeting ,and participation in
innovative distance education forums such as electronic bulletin boards
5% - Recharge Accounting
 Prepare timely and accurate accounting of time spent by users on analyses for recharge
account; assist with setting of rates for services
 Order supplies and spare parts as appropriate
3. Describe the level of freedom to take action and make decisions with or without
supervision and how the results of the work performed impact the department, division and/or
the university as a whole.
Level of Freedom:
The Manager is responsible for the maintenance of the mass spectrometer and for the operations of
the MS Facility at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR). The Manager provides hands-on training
and monitors students and faculty in the use of the instrumentation. The position works closely with
INBRE staff, VPRI, and the Controller’s office in setting and managing recharge rates and activities.
The individual works closely with the Director, INBRE, and the Vice President, Research, on decisions
associated with the position, i.e., approval of grant submissions for funding of new or repair and
maintenance of equipment, general consultation on program goals and strategies, etc.
Impact:
Inadequate performance may result in delays or inefficiencies in the completion of work needed by
students and faculty. Errors result in loss of time and inconvenience within the department/program.
Quality and timeliness are essential for continued extramural funding.
4. Describe the knowledge, skills (to include cognitive requirement and verbal and written
communication), and abilities (to include task complexity, problem solving, creativity and
innovation) essential to successful performance of this job (in bullet format).
Knowledge of:
 Operation and maintenance of several types of mass spectrometers and of the fundamental
physic-chemical principles underlying all types of mass spectrometers to include classic
organic, environmental, and biochemical spectrometry
 Financial management of recharge activities
 Grant writing and administration
 General professional development and outreach for faculty conducting research
Skills:
 Modification of instrumentation including frequently changing ion sources and/or
chromatographs that are interfaced with the MS
 Proficiency in use of a personal computer and current software applications including but not
limited to Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and email)
 Budget management
 Proposal and budget development for future funding
 Student teaching
 Analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
 Strong verbal and written communication
Position Description – Manager, Nevada Proteomics Center
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Interpersonal and human relations skills
Supervisory skills, including an ability to teach and mentor staff and students
Ability to:
 Provide excellent customer service and prioritize requests for service
 Maintain confidentiality of information
 Be sensitive to cultural and ethnic diversity issues
 Manage resources effectively and efficiently
 Manage, prioritize, and complete multiple projects/tasks in an efficient and timely manner while
maintaining focus on organizational goals
 Present information to and train diverse audiences
5. Describe the type of personal contacts encountered in performing the duties of the job.
Explain the nature and purpose of these contacts: i.e., to provide services, to resolve
problems, to negotiate.
Internal
Undergraduate, graduate,
postdoctoral, students and
faculty
NV INBRE Director
Staff Research Associate
Vice President, Research and
Innovation
Reason for Contact
To assist with running samples and to teach use of the
instruments
External
Non-NSHE Customers
Funding Agency program
officers (i.e., NSF, NIH, etc.)
Reason for Contact
To provide sample analysis
To develop and submit funding proposals for new facility
equipment; to negotiate contract changes
To receive direction on Core activities
To provide direction and supervision on sample processing
To consult on strategic goals of the center and final approval on
grant submissions
6. Indicate the minimum qualifications which are necessary in filling this position should it
become vacant. Please keep in mind the duties/responsibilities of the position rather than the
qualifications of the incumbent.
a.
Minimum educational level, including appropriate field, if any.
Doctorate from a regionally accredited institution with major in chemistry or
biochemistry or emphasis in analytical chemistry or analytical biochemistry
b.
Minimum type and amount of work experience, in addition to the above required
education necessary for a person entering this position.
Doctorate and one year of experience in research environment working with
instrumentation and computers
Preferred Licenses or Certifications: None
c.
Indicate any license or certificate required for this position.
None