Lab Operations Associate � Innovation Labs
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The Lab Operations Associate supports day-to-day operations at the University of Texas at Austin’s Innovation Labs. The role assists with laboratory equipment, safety and compliance, quality assurance, facilities, inventory and purchasing, and training. It also provides support to lab members, coordinates onboarding and offboarding, and contributes to tours, events, and engagement with the startup and research community.
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Operational Support: Assist in the day-to-day operations of the facilities, including people-first client support, equipment and facility management, safety, quality assurance,and inventory management. Serve as a point of contact for lab and building issues.Equipment: Assist with installing, calibrating, maintaining, and troubleshooting laboratory equipment and instruments. Perform routine checks of equipment and keep maintenance logs up to date. Sterilize and clean glassware. Coordinate with vendors for equipment maintenance and repair. Provide training and ensure proper use of equipment by company members and staff. Support implementation and maintenance of equipment scheduling systems.Safety and Compliance: Assist in implementing and maintaining all UT EHS and lab safety programs, including use of PPE, proper chemical hygiene, chemical inventory tracking and hazardous waste disposal.Quality Assurance: Assist in creating and updating standard operating procedures for equipment use, maintenance, training, and safety protocols.Facilities: Ensure all spaces and infrastructure are clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Assist in coordinating with UT Facilities, building management, and custodial staff to address maintenance, installation, repair, and construction needs. Prepare space for new companies to join and ensure proper move out procedures are followed.Inventory and Purchasing: Organize, track, and manage inventory of lab consumables and break-room provisions. Assist with purchasing and receiving. Optimize resource use.Training: Provide hands-on training for equipment use, safety programs, security, and emergency preparedness.Client Support: Assist in on- and off-boarding company members. Coordinate with Human Resources and Environmental Health and Safety to ensure appropriate processes are followed. Provide daily support to company members to optimize research productivity.Community Engagement: Support tours, events, and marketing efforts to promote the Innovation Labs and engage with the startup and research community. Contribute to a vibrant and growing culture of innovative bio-science startups.Other duties as needed
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