Microbiology Lab Manager & Operations Lead

Texas A&M University System; College Station (TX, AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance package

Paid holidays

TRS retirement

Wellness program

Professional development

Job summary

Texas A&M Agrilife Research in College Station, TX seeks a Lab Manager to oversee Dass Microbial Ecology Laboratory operations. The role focuses on keeping the facility organized, stocked, and compliant, supporting multiple concurrent projects with staff and students.

The position requires a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in microbiology or related field with substantial laboratory experience, and a proven ability to coordinate equipment, safety, and workflows in a busy research setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master’s, or Ph.D. in microbiology or related field with relevant lab experience.
• Familiarity with general lab operations, safety practices, and recordkeeping.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Responsibilities

• Maintain laboratory inventory, including reagents and supplies, and reorder as needed.
• Coordinate purchasing, 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 and records.
• Manage waste handling and upkeep of shared spaces.
• Onboard and train new personnel on 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.
• Adhere to TAMUS procedures, policies, and safety regulations.
• Maintain SOPs and record control; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory operations

Safety practices

Recordkeeping

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in microbiology or related field

Master's degree in microbiology or related field

Ph.D. in microbiology or related field

Job description

Texas A&M Agrilife Research in College Station, TX seeks a Lab Manager to oversee Dass Microbial Ecology Laboratory operations. The role focuses on keeping the facility organized, stocked, and compliant, supporting multiple concurrent projects with staff and students.

The position requires a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in microbiology or related field with substantial laboratory experience, and a proven ability to coordinate equipment, safety, and workflows in a busy research setting.