HCRF Laboratory Manager

Texas A&M • College Station, TX

20d • Onsite

About The Position

The Human Clinical Research Facility (HCRF), a research support facility within the Texas A&M Division of Research, supports investigators conducting human research through study support, testing capabilities, and clinical services. The Laboratory Manager coordinates laboratory operations and study-related services, maintains research instrumentation and supplies, and supports biological specimen collection and processing and other study measures. The role supervises and trains student workers and research personnel, maintains laboratory documentation and quality assurance materials, and ensures that work follows applicable safety, regulatory, and university procedures. The position is based in College Station, Texas. Compensation is commensurate with the selected hire’s experience. A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years of related experience in clinical research and/or laboratory management.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation applications.
• Ability to identify, assess, and solve problems.
• Ability to interact effectively with participants in a clinical setting.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding.
• Knowledge of scientific equipment associated with clinical research.
• Knowledge of proper preparation, handling, and disposal of biological samples and hazardous waste.
• Ability to move light, moderate, or heavy objects, including some lifting, carrying, and/or moving of materials.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in phlebotomy, such as NPA, NHA, ASCP, AMCA, AMT, or ASPT.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain research instrumentation.
• Organize laboratory supplies in exam rooms and stockrooms.
• Maintain files and inventories of equipment, instruments, and materials.
• Dispose of laboratory waste according to safety regulations.
• Restock supplies, place and receive orders, and file documentation for received supplies.
• Support biological sample collection and processing, including venipuncture and centrifugation of blood samples, and obtain study-related measures such as vital signs.
• Perform other duties supporting clinical research as assigned.
• Maintain room schedules and coordinate study-related services and workflow.
• Supervise student workers, including managing their schedules, duties, and tasks.
• Train student workers and other research personnel in biological sample processing and other study-related procedures.
• Maintain current training records, laboratory manuals, and laboratory safety certifications.
• Attend and participate in facility meetings and other meetings pertaining to laboratory matters.
• Ensure procedures are carried out appropriately and issues are addressed.
• Adhere to Federal, State, and Texas A&M University System procedures, policies, and safety regulations.
• Maintain quality assurance manuals, standard operating procedures, validation of laboratory procedures, and record control.

Benefits

• 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.
• Free exercise programs and release time through Health and Wellness.
• Free LinkedIn Learning training and webinars, with limited financial support to attend conferences and workshops.
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while employed by Texas A&M.
• Access to Living Well, a program built by Texas A&M employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager