Biocontainment Laboratory Senior Coordinator

Job Title

Biocontainment Laboratory Senior Coordinator

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Global Health Research Complex

Proposed Minimum Salary

$5,416.67 monthly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who We Are

The Global Health Research Complex (GHRC) at Texas A&M University is a brand new state-of-the-art biocontainment research facility that will improve animal and human health within the State of Texas, across the United States, and around the globe. The GHRC supports and advances multi-disciplinary large animal and insect vector research, education, and training opportunities for faculty at Texas A&M and their partners from other academic institutions and industry. To learn more, visit https://ghrc.tamu.edu/.

What We Want

The Biocontainment Laboratory Senior Coordinator, under general direction, is responsible for coordinating and implementing non-research and research activities in biocontainment suites, conducting area decontamination, conducting safety drills, maintaining accurate records, and providing training while coordinating waste management within biocontainment laboratories.

 

What You Need To Know

Salary: $65,000

A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.

Qualifications

Required Education and Education

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Five years of related experience.

 

 Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Record keeping

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local biosafety regulations, standards, and guidelines

• Strong communication and organizational skills

• A comprehensive understanding of requirements for proper biological laboratory operation

• Ability to enter BSL-2, ACL-2, BSL-3, and ACL-3 laboratories to perform assigned duties.

• Ability to enter ABSL-2, ABSL-3, and BSL3-Ag animal rooms and support spaces

• Ability to respond to emergency calls during off duty hours.

• Ability to complete internal Biological Safety training within 45 days of employment. Continued employment contingent on the successful completion of said training as determined by the Responsible Official and/or Biological Safety Officer and a favorable FBI Security Risk Assessment, as required to enter Select Agent laboratories.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in and supporting BSL-3 laboratory/environment

• Previous experience working in and supporting BSL3-Ag facilities

• Previous experience working in and supporting ACL-3 laboratory/environment

• Prior experience in an animal research facility.

• Deep understanding of biocontainment protocols

• Previous or current participation in the Federal Select Agent Program

• Excellent writing and interpersonal communication skills

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others

Responsibilities

• Laboratory and Animal Containment Operations- Coordinates and implements processes to ensure efficient running of non-research or research-related activities within the biocontainment suites, including waste removal, autoclaving waste, laundering scrubs, testing emergency equipment, maintaining general lab cleanliness (cleaning counters, sweeping, mopping), checking and restocking PPE, and organizing containment spaces as necessary. Assists with animal and laboratory inventories and