Senior Research Program Management Associate

Baylor College of Medicine

Houston, TX

Job posting number: #7372131 (-)

Serves as a strategic partner in supporting Cancer Center research operations, infrastructure, and resource planning. Coordinates governance and planning for research resources, including space, equipment, contracts, and other operational needs, to support Cancer Center priorities. Works closely with Core Lab leadership, Cancer Center faculty, and institutional partners to assess research needs, evaluate feasibility, and coordinate solutions that support research growth and capacity.

Leads support for research start-ups, operational planning, and cross functional research initiatives across the Cancer Center.

• Leads and oversees Cancer Center laboratory operations and resource planning across BCM and TCH, including laboratory space, equipment, contracts, and operational needs.
• Leads the development and implementation of processes that support effective laboratory operations, resource utilization, compliance, and long-term research capacity.
• Oversees equipment inventories, audits, contracts, and related operational activities across BCM and TCH.
• Provides direction and subject matter expertise for laboratory space planning, set-up, moves, and modifications.
• Leads feasibility assessments and resource planning in partnership with faculty, laboratory leadership, and institutional stakeholders.
• Oversees capital equipment requests and coordinates procurement, installation, and associated operational requirements.
• Monitors equipment-related operating expenses and contracts and works with administrative partners to address budgetary and operational needs.
• Supports faculty and research staff onboarding by coordinating laboratory space, equipment, and other research infrastructure requirements.

• Leads cross-functional coordination with Core Lab leadership and faculty to support effective operations and alignment with Cancer Center research priorities.
• Provides operational leadership and subject matter expertise for Core Lab planning, resource needs, workflows, and service requirements.
• Supports governance processes for Core Lab operations and facilitates consistent decision-making across faculty, laboratory, and administrative stakeholders.
• Oversees operational metrics, including revenue, expenses, billing, purchasing, and other measures of Core Lab performance, in partnership with appropriate administrative teams.
• Leads resolution of operational, billing, procurement, and workflow issues and coordinates escalations as needed.
• Participates in Core Lab planning and governance meetings and facilitates communication between Core Lab leadership, faculty, and administrative stakeholders.
• Serves as a resource to PIs and research teams regarding Core Lab services, resources, and operational needs.

• Leads and participates in strategic and operational planning related to KCCC laboratory operations, research infrastructure, and future capacity.
• Provides expertise and recommendations regarding laboratory operations, regulatory requirements, compliance, and resource planning.
• Evaluates laboratory infrastructure, workflows, and resource utilization to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased research capacity.
• Leads or supports special projects and initiatives that advance KCCC laboratory operations and research priorities.
• Coordinates implementation of approved operational initiatives across relevant stakeholders.

• Leads coordination of laboratory start-up planning for incoming faculty, including space, equipment, infrastructure, and…