Summary

The Texas Heart Institute at BCM Center for Preclinical and Surgical Research is seeking a Manager, Clinical Research. In partnership with the Director of the lab, the Manager ensures the smooth operation of the lab by overseeing the day-to-day operations. Supervises lab personnel, oversees financial performance of the lab, guides staff and faculty on technical services, and collaborates with investigators on research initiatives.

Job Duties

• Oversees the daily administrative, operational, and research activities of the laboratory to ensure smooth and compliant functioning.
• Monitors research expenditures, manages financial performance, creates project budgets, and oversees invoicing.
• Performs quality assurance functions to comply with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards.
• Monitors and enforces required training certifications in laboratory safety and animal handling for all team members.
• Contributes to budget planning, grant proposal development, and preparation of budget justifications and expenditure reports.
• Manages procurement, vendor relations, service contracts, and equipment maintenance to support research infrastructure.
• Develops and implements standard operating procedures for the use, care, and repair of laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Participates in personnel management and including technical oversight.
• Oversees inventory and ordering of laboratory supplies, ensuring cost-effective procurement aligned with budgetary guidelines.
• Performs additional research and administrative tasks as necessary to support overall lab goals. 
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Four years of relevant experience. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field.