Manager, Biospecimen Processing Laboratory (Mays Cancer Center)

About the role

Mays Cancer Center is advancing cancer care through clinical trials and research. Our specialties include cancer drug development, meaning you may be among the first in the country to benefit from new therapies. This means our care teams can offer eligible patients medications not yet approved for the general public. We operate clinical trials for all aspects of cancer care, including prevention, detection and supportive therapies. Our priority is serving the cancer care needs of our South Texas community. Our experts provide hands-on services with frequent touchpoints, allowing us to build a lasting relationship with you. Recent upgrades to our facilities create a more family-centered healing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manages, plans and coordinates all activities within a laboratory.
• Maintains quality and timeliness of all laboratory operations within budgetary guidelines.
• Ensures appropriate lab compliance with accrediting agency regulations.
• Develops and implements quality control procedures and ensures documentation are in compliance and up to date with ISO guidelines.
• Establishes goals, and schedules for the laboratory.
• Oversees laboratory safety policies, implements training, and monitors department for compliance.
• Collaborates with other departments to ensure smooth operation of laboratory services.
• Captures and analyzes data to support decision-making.
• Coordinates laboratory administration; manages and authorizes all purchasing expenditures for supplies and equipment; ensures that all required equipment is maintained and properly functioning.
• Manages and directs the day-to-day operations of the laboratory.
• Handles complaints and grievances and administers discipline when necessary.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in basic science or related field is required.
• Five (5) years of experience with increasing responsibilities that are directly-related to the assigned laboratory is required.
• Experience documenting and following procedures/protocols.
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques.
• Experience operating and maintaining laboratory equipment and conducting regular assessments to record the lab equipment's performance.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with established time constraints.
• Ability to maintain strict protocols of all confidential or sensitive information.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage a team and supervise laboratory personnel.
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and accreditation standards.

Skills

• Leadership and management skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in laboratory techniques and equipment.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
• Strong attention to detail.

Benefits

UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits. Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates. Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist. Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits. Disability - Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working. FSAs - Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses. Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers. Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options: Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire. Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken. Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment. Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year. Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.

About Us

UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.