Description

Texas Biomed is conducting a search for an onsite Molecular Unit Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of the IRTC Molecular Unit. This role will be responsible for supervising laboratory staff, managing operational processes, and ensuring compliance with company programs and regulations.

The Role:

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Molecular Unit, including scheduling, sample processing, data analysis, and staff development.
• Oversee hiring, training, promotion, and mentorship of laboratory personnel, ensuring cross-training and continuing education.
• Develop, perform, and manage experiments such as nucleic acid library preparations, gene expression, transcriptomics, epigenetic assays, and other molecular services.
• Identify and implement process improvements to optimize efficiency, quality, and laboratory growth.
• Document procedures, maintain up-to-date protocols, and ensure compliance with all regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, evaluate new instruments, and draft SOPs for new protocols as needed.
• Collect and analyze operational metrics to monitor lab performance, service delivery, and quality data.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and collaboration across the laboratory.
• Serve as liaison between the laboratory and internal/external stakeholders, providing technical expertise and support.
   

Our Ideal Candidate:

• B.S. in Molecular Biology, Molecular Genetics, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, or related field (M.S. or higher preferred)
• Minimum 3+ years of laboratory management experience, including oversight of multiple laboratory areas
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Proficiency in analyzing technical reports, documenting procedures, and reporting results clearly
• Excellent communication, project management, and multi-tasking abilities
• Hands-on experience in molecular laboratory techniques with willingness to perform bench work (~50% of the time)
• Ability to function independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and operational management skills
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, laboratory safety, and quality improvement initiatives

Who We Are:

Join our incredible mission to pave the way for a world free from the fear of infectious disease! 

Texas Biomedical Research Institute is pioneering and sharing scientific research to protect you, your families, and our global community from the threat of infectious diseases. Our scientific discoveries create breakthroughs in medical research to provide better overall global health.

Texas Biomed is the only independent, nonprofit infectious disease research institute in the U.S. to combine: 

• The highest-level biocontainment labs for infectious disease and biodefense research
• A federally designated National Primate Research Center 
• More than 80 years of discoveries advancing diagnostics, vaccines and therapies
• An entrepreneurial culture and specialized expertise in regulated science required for FDA approval 

What We Can Offer You:

• Recognized as one of the San Antonio Business Journal's Best Places to Work in 2025.
• Awarded the 2024 Healthy Workplace Platinum Recognition by the San Antonio Business Group on Health (SABGH).
• Employee-centered culture with an emphasis on open communication, job empowerment and trust
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for your family (and even your pets!)
• An incomparable employer funded retirement plan with 7% retirement funding starting day 1 (and increases upon years of service)!
• Generous paid time off, with 14 paid holidays including Winter Recess (paid week off the last week of December)
• On-site medical clinic, wellness incentives & paid prescription drug resources to promote health management! 
• On-site gym & wellness programs!
• Flexible work arrangements for work-life balance!
• We offer a relaxed dress code so you can feel comfortable and be yourself at work.
• Dynamic learning environment with opportunities for professional development, mentorship, continuing education (tuition reimbursement) and leadership programs to help you thrive both personally and professionally. 

We take pride in fostering a culture of respect, opportunity, and unity. Texas Biomedical Research Institute provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

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