Lab Manager

Job Title Lab Manager Agency Texas A&M University Health Science Center Department Biomedical Sciences Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Dallas, Texas Job Type Staff 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 is 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 Laboratory Operations, Administration and Compliance 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr PVH (Tommy Hilfiger/Calvin Klein)