Lab Manager

** Job Title
** Lab Manager
** Agency
* * Texas A&M Agrilife Research
** Department
* * Animal Science
** Proposed Minimum Salary
** Commensurate
* * Job Location
** College Station, Texas
** Job Type
** Staff
* * Job Description**#
** About Texas A&M Agri Life
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* Texas A&M Agri Life Research
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* Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M Agri Life brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M Agri Life is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.  

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** Position Information
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* Job Summary:

** The Laboratory Manager oversees the day-to-day operation of the Dass Microbial Ecology Laboratory, keeping the facility organized, well stocked, and ready for research. This individual maintains inventory, coordinates ordering and equipment upkeep, supports laboratory safety and compliance, and helps keep multiple concurrent projects running smoothly. The Laboratory Manager works closely with the PI, research staff, postdoctoral researchers, and students.
** Responsibilities:**-Maintain laboratory inventory, including reagents, consumables, and supplies, and reorder as needed.

-Coordinate purchasing and track orders, deliveries, and supply budgets.

-Keep the laboratory clean, organized, and ready for daily research activities.

-Oversee routine maintenance, calibration, and service of laboratory equipment.

-Support laboratory safety and compliance, including protocols, documentation, and required recordkeeping.

-Manage waste handling and general upkeep of shared laboratory spaces.

-Onboard and train new personnel on laboratory procedures and safe practices.

-Coordinate scheduling of shared equipment and laboratory space across projects.

-Work with the PI and research team to keep concurrent projects running smoothly.  
-Ensures that procedures are carried out appropriately and issues are addressed.

-Adheres to Federal, State, and Texas A&M University System (TAMUS) procedures, policies, and safety regulations  
-Maintains quality assurance manuals, Standard Operating Procedure (SOPs), validation of laboratory procedures, check sample program, and record control.

-Performs other duties as assigned.  
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* Qualifications:

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* Required Qualifications:

**-Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, molecular biology, or a related field and five years of related experience including laboratory experience in an academic or research setting.

-Or, Master's degree in microbiology, molecular biology, or a related field and three years of related experience including laboratory experience in an academic or research setting.

-Or, Ph.D. and one year of related experience including laboratory experience in an academic or research setting.  
-Familiarity with general laboratory operations, safety practices, and recordkeeping.

-Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
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* Preferred Qualifications:

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* -Masters in microbiology, molecular biology, or a related field.

-Prior experience managing or coordinating a research laboratory.

- Experience with inventory or ordering systems and budget tracking.

-Familiarity with BSL-2 laboratory practices.

-Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,…