Laboratory Manager

Texas A&M • College Station, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Manager, under direction, coordinates the distribution, oversight, and maintenance of supplies and equipment in departmental teaching laboratories. The role prepares specifications, oversees laboratory setups, and ensures efficient operation of demonstrations and equipment in teaching laboratories.

The position manages daily operations of departmental teaching and research laboratories, maintaining organized, functional spaces that comply with operational and safety requirements. It maintains, calibrates, and troubleshoots laboratory and pilot-scale equipment, instruments, and process systems, and coordinates repairs to support reliable performance. The manager oversees laboratory safety programs, develops and implements SOPs and related documentation, manages inventories and procurement, and coordinates chemical and laboratory waste handling and disposal.

The Laboratory Manager supervises and trains laboratory personnel and student workers, supports faculty and researchers with laboratory activities, and coordinates new equipment installation and laboratory improvements. The role also monitors operations, addresses safety and equipment issues, maintains certifications and compliance records, and collaborates with departmental colleagues, EHS personnel, and external vendors. The position is located on the Texas A&M University main campus in College Station, Texas.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Six years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of departmental teaching and research laboratories, ensuring spaces are organized, functional, and compliant with operational and safety requirements.
• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory and pilot-scale equipment, instruments, and process systems; coordinate repairs.
• Oversee laboratory safety programs and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, Texas A&M University System, and EHS regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Develop, maintain, and implement laboratory SOPs, safety documentation, quality assurance records, equipment maintenance logs, and related manuals.
• Manage inventories of chemicals, equipment, instruments, consumable supplies, and specialized materials; maintain records and coordinate procurement, receiving, storage, and distribution.
• Coordinate collection, handling, and disposal of chemical and laboratory waste in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Supervise and train graduate assistants, undergraduate student workers, and laboratory personnel on operations, safety, equipment use, and protocols.
• Assist faculty, instructors, and researchers with laboratory setup, equipment operation, instructional demonstrations, and technical support.
• Coordinate installation, testing, and commissioning of new laboratory equipment; assist with laboratory space improvements and equipment relocation projects.
• Monitor laboratory operations, identify operational, safety, or equipment issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain required laboratory certifications, safety training records, inspections, and compliance documentation.
• Participate in departmental meetings and collaborate with faculty, staff, students, EHS personnel, and external vendors to support laboratory operations and safety objectives.
• Ensure adherence to departmental procedures and best practices while promoting a safe, efficient, and effective laboratory environment.

Benefits

• Competitive medical insurance and prescription coverage.
• Optional vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance.
• Defined-benefit retirement plan through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas with an 8.25% employer contribution.
• Additional voluntary retirement programs, including 403(b) and 457(b) plans.
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Free access to LinkedIn Learning and professional development opportunities.
• Tuition assistance and educational release time.
• Engineer Your Wellness health and fitness programs.
• Wellness release time to promote work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

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