Lab Coordinator, Simmons Cancer Center

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 minimal supervision to ensure efficient operations of lab.

This position provides assistance to the Lab Manager of SCCC lab operations. This position assists with coordinating duties, schedules, project activities, equipment usage, operating time, research studies, billing, and space analysis and maintenance to ensure efficient operation of a research laboratory.
 
Please note, must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.

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% 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

• Experience
  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; One or more of the following Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs)/Good Clinical Practices (GCPs) / Good Manufacturing Practices(GMPs); Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements; Local requirements (chemical and biohazardous waste disposal, etc.)
  Work experience may be considered 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.

Preferred

• Experience
  Some supervisory experience

JOB DUTIES

• 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.

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 Statement
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.