Translational Neuroscience Lab Operations Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage from day one

PTO & illness bank

Tuition assistance

Pension plan

Job summary

The Research Laboratory Coordinator at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center supports laboratory operations, regulatory readiness, and scientific collaboration in translational neuroscience research. The role partners with investigators and cross-functional teams to maintain efficient lab activities and drive project success.

The ideal candidate has a Master's in natural sciences or related field and at least five years of scientific or clinical lab experience, with leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Master's in natural sciences or related field preferred.
• 5 years of scientific/research or clinical lab experience, with 3 years in lead/supervisory role or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain lab procedures, quality standards, and safety practices.
• Ensure regulatory and safety compliance and readiness for inspections.
• Identify operational risks and mitigate to ensure continuity of lab programs.
• Coordinate laboratory resources, personnel, and activities for productive operations.
• Plan, coordinate, and conduct laboratory research projects and summarize activities.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Laboratory operations

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in natural sciences

Job description

The Research Laboratory Coordinator at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center supports laboratory operations, regulatory readiness, and scientific collaboration in translational neuroscience research. The role partners with investigators and cross-functional teams to maintain efficient lab activities and drive project success.

The ideal candidate has a Master's in natural sciences or related field and at least five years of scientific or clinical lab experience, with leadership