Lab Manager

Lab Manager

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are

A part of the Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Texas A&M College of Dentistry in Dallas was founded in 1905 and is a nationally recognized center for oral health sciences education, research, specialized patient care and continuing dental education. As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.

What we want

The College of Dentistry is looking for a Lab Manager to serve in the Biomedical Sciences department. We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment as stated above. The successful applicant will bring an expert level of experience to the position and understand the demands of supporting executives in a fast-paced environment. This person must be professional, enjoy working in a high-volume environment and be able to apply strong organizational skills while being flexible in their daily routine. If this is you, we invite you to apply to become a member of our team.

What you need to know

Proposed Salary: $65,000 – $70,000 annually

Work Schedule/Location: Located in Dallas, TX, this an on-site role with a typical schedule of Monday – Friday 8am to 5pm.

Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials. These can be uploaded on the application under CV/Resume.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary point of contact for laboratory operations and administrative activities.
• Oversees purchasing, receiving, inventory management, and maintenance of laboratory supplies, reagents, equipment, and consumables.
• Tracks expenditures, assists with budget monitoring, and maintains financial records for laboratory accounts and grants.
• Coordinates equipment installation, maintenance, calibration, and repairs.
• Maintains laboratory inventories, databases, records, and documentation.
• Assists with grant administration, progress reports, and laboratory reporting requirements.
• Coordinates and maintains regulatory compliance activities, including IACUC, IBC, IRB, biosafety, and other institutional requirements.
• Assists with preparation, submission, amendment, and renewal of research protocols.
• Maintains laboratory SOPs, safety manuals, training records, and compliance documentation.
• Oversees laboratory inspections and ensures compliance with university, state, and federal regulations.
• Manages chemical, biological, and hazardous waste disposal procedures.

Research Activities and Experimental Support

• Independently performs and assists with research experiments.
• Performs tissue collection, processing, cryosectioning, immunohistochemistry (IHC), immunofluorescence, microscopy, and image analysis.
• Assists with rodent colony management, genotyping, tissue harvesting, and behavioral testing.
• Prepares reagents, buffers, and experimental materials.
• Maintains detailed experimental records and laboratory notebooks.
• Assists with data analysis, figure preparation, manuscript preparation, and research presentations.
• Trains laboratory personnel in research techniques and operation of specialized laboratory equipment.

Personnel Management and Training

• Supervises student workers, volunteers, and research personnel.
• Coordinates schedules, task assignments, and laboratory workflows.
• Assists with onboarding and training of new laboratory members.
• Ensures personnel maintain required safety and compliance training.
• Promotes a safe, organized, and collaborative laboratory environment.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years of related experience in laboratory management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, biomedical sciences, neuroscience, chemistry, or a related scientific field.
• Five years of experience in a research laboratory, laboratory operations, laboratory management, or related scientific environment.
• Experience with immunohistochemistry (IHC), immunofluorescence, tissue sectioning, microscopy, image analysis, and molecular biology techniques.
• Experience working with rodent models.
• Experience with animal surgeries, behavioral assays, and tissue collection.
• Experience with IACUC and laboratory regulatory compliance.
• Experience supporting NIH-funded biomedical research programs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of laboratory operations, safety practices, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of purchasing, inventory control, and budget management procedures.
• Knowledge of biological, chemical, and hazardous material handling and disposal requirements.
• Ability to organize multiple projects and prioritize competing deadlines.
• Ability to interpret policies, regulations, and procedural requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and university administrative systems.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, vendors, and regulatory personnel.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.