Lab Manager, Genetics of Host Defense

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! 

JOB SUMMARY
Works under limited supervision to plan, coordinate, and supervise general duties and needs of laboratory. Maintains supplies, equipment, and personnel within laboratory. 

Oversees organization and optimization of common stock items, freezer and refrigerator space, and leads regular laboratory clean-ups. Manages inventory of laboratory supplies and human biological materials in accordance with institutional and regulatory requirements. Supervises laboratory personnel, maintains personnel records, completes performance evaluations, and recruits and trains technical support in accordance with departmental and university guidelines. Oversees next-generation sequencing (NGS) submissions and associated database management, including coordination with computational and bioinformatics team members regarding analysis status. Troubleshoots operational, technical, and compliance issues. Ensures implementation and enforcement of laboratory and institutional policies, including safety programs and regulatory compliance in coordination with the laboratory administrator.

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100%25 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!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, or related scientific field 
  Must meet education and experience certification and training guidelines for equipment and tests used and performed in laboratory as required under federal regulations. 
   

• Experience
  4 years relevant experience to include at least one (1) year experience in specific area assigned. 
   

Preferred

• Experience
  Some supervisory experience 
   

JOB DUTIES

• Coordinates duties, schedules, project activities, equipment usage, operating time, research studies, billing and space for large group of people using research and organization skills in order to ensure efficient operation of lab.
• Coordinates availability of technical assistance, appropriate chemicals, and special equipment to ensure timely preparation or completion of clinical work or research projects.
• Supervises laboratory and office personnel, maintains personnel records, completes performance evaluations, and recruits and trains both clerical and technical support using managerial skills according to departmental and university guidelines.
• Orders and allocates all laboratory supplies, materials, and equipment; maintains adequate inventory to ensure efficient operation of projects.
• Maintains 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.
• Compiles, analyzes, and presents research data using computers and sub ledgers for submission to investigators to be used in preparation of journal articles for publication. Prepares journal articles and writes protocols for research as required by organizing and editing data.
• Troubleshoots problems and designs training according to government regulations. Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.