Lab Coordinator, Green Center

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

Works under minimal supervision to ensure efficient operations of lab. The Green Center for Reproductive Biology Sciences is seeking a highly motivated Lab Operations Coordinator to support the day-to-day functions of our dynamic and expanding academic research center. This role is central to ensuring efficient laboratory operations and supporting the cutting-edge research of our faculty, staff, and trainees. Working closely with Center leadership and faculty, the Lab Operations Coordinator will provide comprehensive technical and operational support across a wide range of responsibilities, including: Research Equipment Management: Coordinate procurement, delivery, operation, optimization, and oversight of shared research instrumentation. Technical Staff Oversight: Supervise and train center technical staff to ensure high-quality support for center-wide activities. Training & User Support: Provide training to faculty, staff, and research trainees on complex research instrumentation; manage scheduling systems for shared equipment. Knowledge & Resource Management: Maintain and update the Center's SharePoint pages to provide clear and accessible information on equipment and technical support. Laboratory Support & Logistics: Assist the Center Manager with new laboratory startups, renovations, and events, including planning, procurement, and logistical coordination. Service Contracts & Maintenance: Oversee processing and coordination of service contracts, facility and equipment maintenance or repairs, and maintain accurate departmental asset records. Business Continuity: Maintain and update the Center's Business Continuity Plan to ensure operational resilience. Other Responsibilities: Perform additional duties as assigned to support the mission and success of the Center. This position offers an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting innovative research while building strong operational systems within a collaborative academic environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, or related scientific field
• 2 years of relevant experience to include:
• 1 year experience with state/federal regulatory requirements, such as: Biosafety in Microbiological and Biomedical Laboratories (BMBL) guidelines; or
• 1 year Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), and/or Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs); or
• 1 year Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements; or
• 1 year Local requirements (chemical and biohazardous waste disposal, etc.).
• May consider additional related years of experience in lieu of education.
• Must meet education and experience certification and training guidelines for equipment and tests used and performed in particular laboratory, as required under federal regulations.

Nice To Haves

• confocal microscopy
• flow cytometry and fluorescence-based cell sorting.
• Some supervisory experience

Responsibilities

• Coordinates duties, schedules, project activities, equipment usage, operating time, research studies, billing, and space for group of people ensuring efficient operation of a research laboratory.
• Coordinates availability of technical assistance, appropriate chemicals, and special equipment to ensure timely preparation or completion of research projects.
• Oversight of all laboratory and office personnel, maintains personnel records, ensures completion of performance evaluations, and recruits and trains both clerical and technical support using managerial skills according to departmental and university guidelines.
• Ensures all personnel and laboratory compliance with regulatory requirements appropriate to the laboratory space.
• Oversight of all research orders and allocates all laboratory supplies, materials, and equipment; maintains adequate inventory to ensure efficient operation of projects.
• Manages Research Assets and information on warranties, service contracts, operating manuals, licenses and permits; oversees maintenance of laboratory equipment in order to ensure compliance with all regulations and safety standards. Manages the laboratory Business Continuity Plan.
• Troubleshoots problems and designs training according to government regulations.
• Laboratory liaison to the Department/Center administration.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees