Laboratory Coordinator
- Requisition #: 179592
- Department: Melanoma Medical Oncology
- Location: Houston, TX
- Posted Date: 3/24/2026
The primary purpose of the Laboratory Coordinator role is to support and coordinate the day-to-day administrative and operational activities of Dr. Baruch's laboratory within the Department of Melanoma Medical Oncology. This is a start-up laboratory that combines bench-based and computational research, and the Laboratory Coordinator will serve as a central point of coordination to ensure smooth, compliant, and efficient laboratory operations.
The ideal candidate will have experience supporting the Principal Investigator by assisting with laboratory organization, purchasing, inventory, regulatory coordination, scheduling, and communication with internal and external stakeholders. This role focuses on coordination, facilitation, and operational support, rather than independent management authority, and helps establish foundational processes as the lab grows.
Why Us?
Joining MD Anderson means contributing directly to research that shapes the future of cancer treatment while developing deep technical and scientific expertise. This role offers opportunities for collaboration, growth, and meaningful impact within a mission-driven environment that values both innovation and work-life balance.
• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
Administrative & Research Laboratory Coordination:
* Maintain regular communication with the Principal Investigator to support laboratory priorities and operational needs.
* Coordinate with collaborating laboratories, MD Anderson core facilities, and support services to facilitate research activities.
* Assist with maintaining laboratory operations within established budgetary and safety guidelines.
* Coordinate the ordering, tracking, and organization of common laboratory reagents, consumables, supplies, and equipment.
* Maintain inventory records for laboratory materials and equipment.
* Provide day-to-day operational support to laboratory personnel as the lab is established.
* Assist with ensuring laboratory spaces comply with institutional, state, and federal safety and regulatory requirements.
* Coordinate laboratory sample tracking and shipments, ensuring required documentation is completed.
* Identify operational issues and escalate them to the PI or appropriate administrative contacts.
Provide pre-award and administrative support to the PI, including assistance with budget preparation, justifications, facilities and equipment documentation, and coordination related to IBC and IACUC protocols:
* Assist with purchase requests, reconciliations, inventory tracking, vendor coordination, service agreements, and expense documentation.
* Coordinate with vendors and MD Anderson service providers for equipment servicing and repairs.
* Serve as a primary point of contact for vendors, MD Anderson core services, and building/site services.
* Assist with monitoring waste collection and proper labeling, coordinating with Environmental Health and Safety as needed.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
Personnel Support & Regulatory Coordination:
* Coordinate onboarding and offboarding logistics for laboratory personnel.
* Assist with scheduling and tracking required research education, training, and compliance activities.
* Support the PI in ensuring laboratory staff follow institutional policies and procedures.
* Coordinate regulatory activities and inspections with Environmental Health and Safety, IACUC/IBC, Veterinary Medicine and Surgery, and Post-Approval Monitoring.
* Promote a collaborative, organized, and compliant laboratory environment.
Operational Planning & Continuous Improvement:
* Assist the PI with identifying opportunities to improve laboratory workflows, space utilization, and operational efficiency.
* Support documentation of processes and standard operating procedures as the lab develops.
* Help identify efficiencies related to equipment use, service contracts, and recurring operational expenses.
* Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and operational excellence
EDUCATION:
Required: Bachelor's Degree
EXPERIENCE:
Required: Five years administrative and supervisory experience in a large institution.
Preferred: Extensive experience with animal models.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
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The ideal candidate will have experience supporting the Principal Investigator by assisting with laboratory organization, purchasing, inventory, regulatory coordination, scheduling, and communication with internal and external stakeholders. This role focuses on coordination, facilitation, and operational support, rather than independent management authority, and helps establish foundational processes as the lab grows.
Why Us?
Joining MD Anderson means contributing directly to research that shapes the future of cancer treatment while developing deep technical and scientific expertise. This role offers opportunities for collaboration, growth, and meaningful impact within a mission-driven environment that values both innovation and work-life balance.
• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
Administrative & Research Laboratory Coordination:
* Maintain regular communication with the Principal Investigator to support laboratory priorities and operational needs.
* Coordinate with collaborating laboratories, MD Anderson core facilities, and support services to facilitate research activities.
* Assist with maintaining laboratory operations within established budgetary and safety guidelines.
* Coordinate the ordering, tracking, and organization of common laboratory reagents, consumables, supplies, and equipment.
* Maintain inventory records for laboratory materials and equipment.
* Provide day-to-day operational support to laboratory personnel as the lab is established.
* Assist with ensuring laboratory spaces comply with institutional, state, and federal safety and regulatory requirements.
* Coordinate laboratory sample tracking and shipments, ensuring required documentation is completed.
* Identify operational issues and escalate them to the PI or appropriate administrative contacts.
Provide pre-award and administrative support to the PI, including assistance with budget preparation, justifications, facilities and equipment documentation, and coordination related to IBC and IACUC protocols:
* Assist with purchase requests, reconciliations, inventory tracking, vendor coordination, service agreements, and expense documentation.
* Coordinate with vendors and MD Anderson service providers for equipment servicing and repairs.
* Serve as a primary point of contact for vendors, MD Anderson core services, and building/site services.
* Assist with monitoring waste collection and proper labeling, coordinating with Environmental Health and Safety as needed.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
Personnel Support & Regulatory Coordination:
* Coordinate onboarding and offboarding logistics for laboratory personnel.
* Assist with scheduling and tracking required research education, training, and compliance activities.
* Support the PI in ensuring laboratory staff follow institutional policies and procedures.
* Coordinate regulatory activities and inspections with Environmental Health and Safety, IACUC/IBC, Veterinary Medicine and Surgery, and Post-Approval Monitoring.
* Promote a collaborative, organized, and compliant laboratory environment.
Operational Planning & Continuous Improvement:
* Assist the PI with identifying opportunities to improve laboratory workflows, space utilization, and operational efficiency.
* Support documentation of processes and standard operating procedures as the lab develops.
* Help identify efficiencies related to equipment use, service contracts, and recurring operational expenses.
* Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and operational excellence
EDUCATION:
Required: Bachelor's Degree
EXPERIENCE:
Required: Five years administrative and supervisory experience in a large institution.
Preferred: Extensive experience with animal models.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
- Requisition ID: 179592
- Employment Status: Full-Time
- Employee Status: Regular
- Work Week: Day/Evening
- Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 67,000
- Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 83,500
- Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 100,000
- FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
- Fund Type: Soft
- Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote
- Pivotal Position: Yes
- Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
- Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
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