Neuroscience Translational Lab Operations Lead

UT MD Anderson; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical coverage

PTO & leave benefits

Tuition assistance

Pension plan

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Research Laboratory Coordinator to support laboratory operations, regulatory readiness, and collaborations. The role focuses on coordinating personnel, resources, and research activities within a dynamic translational neuroscience environment.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's in natural sciences or related field and has experience leading lab operations, coordinating projects, and ensuring safety and regulatory standards across

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have a Master's Degree in natural sciences or a related field.
• Experience leading scientific, research, or clinical laboratory operations.
• Strong coordination, regulatory and project-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain laboratory procedures, quality standards, and safety practices to support accreditation and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, regulatory, and laboratory safety standards and maintain readiness for inspections and audits.
• Identify operational risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies to ensure continuity of laboratory programs.
• Utilize technical expertise to diagnose and resolve complex laboratory issues across scientific, operational, and administrative domains.
• Coordinate laboratory educational programs, technical training, and in-service activities.
• Plan, coordinate, and conduct laboratory research projects.
• Serve as a central liaison between investigators, administrative teams, vendors, and external collaborators.

Skills

Laboratory operations

Regulatory compliance

Project coordination

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Research Laboratory Coordinator to support laboratory operations, regulatory readiness, and collaborations. The role focuses on coordinating personnel, resources, and research activities within a dynamic translational neuroscience environment.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's in natural sciences or related field and has experience leading lab operations, coordinating projects, and ensuring safety and regulatory standards across