Lab Coordinator, Dermatology

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The Department of Dermatology has an opening for a Lab Coordinator.  This position will lead a team of expert scientists to understand host microbial interactions at the skin surface.  Candidate will work directly with the PI (Primary Investigator) in the daily management of the lab including interface with scientist administrators and regulatory bodies at UTSW.

Experience and Education

· Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, or related scientific field, and

· Two (2) years of relevant experience to include one (1) year experience with state/federal regulatory requirements, such as: 

o Biosafety in Microbiological and Biomedical Laboratories (BMBL) guidelines

o One or more of the following Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs)/Good Clinical Practices (GCPs) / Good Manufacturing Practices(GMPs),

o Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements

o Local requirements (chemical and biohazardous waste disposal, etc.)

· Some supervisory experience preferred.  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 laboratory, as required under federal regulations.

Job Duties

Coordinates duties, schedules, project activities, equipment usage, operating time, research studies, billing, and space for a 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 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.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

· Work requires the ability to multi-task, be organized, efficient and detail oriented.

· Work requires the ability to work with a team.

· Work requires excellent communication skills.

· Work requires ability to independently perform work of considerable complexity to achieve general results by interpretation of policy and using ingenuity, initiative, and good judgment, and/or precedents to work problems having broad implications.

· Work requires interpretation of policy and application of relevant procedures or practices. 

Working Conditions

· Work is performed primarily in the laboratory area. 

· Working conditions involve moderate exposure to one or more disagreeable elements or hazardous equipment or materials.

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This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. 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.

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