Lab Operations & Research Support Lead (C. elegans)

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Lab Manager in the Molecular Biosciences department in Austin, TX. The role focuses on maintaining lab operations, culture preparation, and safety oversight, with opportunities to participate in limited research tasks for long-term growth.

Ideal candidates will have a biology/chemistry background, at least 1–2 years of lab experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or technical field, preferably biology or chemistry.
• Minimum of 1–2 years laboratory work experience; undergraduate research acceptable.
• Basic computer skills including Excel spreadsheets; able to work independently.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Maintain day-to-day lab operations, culture plates, glassware, and stock solutions.
• Monitor consumables stocks and place orders as needed.
• Maintain lab collections of strains, cell lines, and plasmids; manage databases.
• Serve as lab safety officer and ensure compliance with EHS regulations.
• Assist with research tasks and report progress in weekly meetings.

Skills

Excel spreadsheets

Independent work

Time management

Lab safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science/tech

Tools

PDMS microfabrication

Cell culture techniques

Laboratory safety procedures

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Lab Manager in the Molecular Biosciences department in Austin, TX. The role focuses on maintaining lab operations, culture preparation, and safety oversight, with opportunities to participate in limited research tasks for long-term growth.

Ideal candidates will have a biology/chemistry background, at least 1–2 years of lab experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with Excel.