36760BR

Extended Job Title:

Unit Manager

Position Description:

Manages a unit within a department. Plans, organizes and develops goals and procedures for the unit. Represent the unit to administrators, outside agencies and others on relevant matters. Supervises subordinate staff.

Requisition ID:

36760BR

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Major/Essential Functions:

The Facility Manager of the biosafety level two (BSL-2) and biosafety level three (BSL-3) laboratories in the Academic Sciences Building (ASB) is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the facilities, including ensuring that laboratory personnel are following appropriate safety protocols. This position requires expertise in hazard identification, mitigation, risk assessment, and management. The manager serves as the primary point of contact for a Principal Investigator and provides material support information and instruction as necessary regarding access to and use of the equipment and other resources housed in the Facilities. Also serves as the biosafety officer for the facility. Other duties include:

• Maintains laboratory facilities and equipment and ensures that they are maintained according to FSAP regulations and other guidelines.

• Coordinates with the BSL-2/3 facility Director to ensure that all safety protocols are followed and that all personnel are trained and certified in the proper use of the laboratory equipment.

• Ensures the facility is maintained in a clean, safe, and secure manner.

• Addresses safety concerns and takes appropriate action when needed. Ensures that facilities comply with all local, state, and federal regulations.

• Responds to emergencies both during working hours and after hours. Assists the BSL-2/3 Director with laboratory inspections.

• Conducts laboratory safety training for BSL-2 and BSL-3 users and maintains appropriate training records.

• Maintains adequate levels of PPE and laboratory consumables.

• Coordinates researcher access to the BSL-2 and BSL-3 labs as directed by the BSL-2/3 facility Director and TTU Institutional Responsible Official.

• Ensures day-to-day user cleaning and decontamination of work areas within the facilities and provides oversight of area decontamination of the facility when required.

• Works with EH&S to manage biological and chemical waste.

• Coordinates with EH&S the required autoclave testing. Maintains records pertaining to usage and testing results.

• Works with EH&S to ensure that the proper biohazard signage is displayed throughout the labs. Conducts safety inspections and ensured that all safety equipment is in proper working order.

• Coordinates the delivery of hazardous materials to the building to ensure that they are shipped and handled in full compliance with federal, state and local regulations.

Grant Funded?:

No

Minimum Hire Rate:

4,000

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Work Location:

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications:

• M.S. degree in molecular biology, microbiology, virology or a related discipline.

• Two years experience working in a BSL-2/BSL-3 facility.

• Demonstrated knowledge of NIH, CDC and USDA biosafety, biosecurity and incidence response guidelines and regulations regarding BSL-2/BSL-3 laboratory practices, and familiarity with the Federal Select Agent Program.

Department:

Academic Sciences Building

Required Attachments:

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type:

Full Time

Job Group:

Senior Other Administrative

Shift:

Day

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree plus three years supervisory experience; OR a combination of education and/or supervisory experience to equal seven years.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

Yes

About the Department and/or College:

The new Academic Sciences Building will house teaching and laboratory space for five departments within the College of Arts & Sciences: the Departments of Biological Sciences, Chemistry & Biochemistry, Geosciences, Physics & Astronomy and Psychological Sciences. The three-story, 125,000-square-foot structure will be located within the historic academic core of campus, adjacent to the current Chemistry and Science buildings.

Safety Information:

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Pay Statement:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

About the University:

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.