Temporary Non-Benefits - Lab Manager
University of Texas at Dallas
Accounting & Finance
Posted on May 7, 2026
| Posting Number | W00227P |
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| Position Title | Temporary Non-Benefits - Lab Manager |
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| Department | Speech Language Hearing |
| Salary Range | $25/hr |
| Pay Basis | Hourly |
| Position Status | Temporary |
| Location | Dallas |
| Position End Date (if temporary) | |
| Posting Open Date | 05/07/2026 |
| Posting Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Desired Start Date | 06/01/2026 |
| Job Summary | Dr. Kirupa Suthakar, Principal Investigator (PI) of the Descending Auditory Circuits (DAC) Laboratory, invites applications for a highly motivated and organized Temporary Lab Manager (Part time). The ideal candidate will have previous basic science laboratory exposure including neuroscience research, rodent handling, mouse colony management, wet bench laboratory skills, and experience working with Microsoft Office software. The successful candidate will support everyday laboratory operations, conduct experiments and meaningfully contribute to growing the lab. The lab’s research focuses on understanding neural circuits in the descending auditory system, specifically how auditory brainstem neurons encode acoustic information and identifying/characterizing neuromodulatory (e.g. serotonergic, dopaminergic and noradrenergic) pathways that influence sound processing in the brain and cochlea. Using normal hearing and noise-induced hearing loss models, our long-term goals are to (1) improve basic knowledge of brain processes that modulate sound encoding by the cochlea and (2) identify translatable therapeutic otoprotective targets to reduce susceptibility to hearing disorders resulting from acoustic overexposures (i.e. noise trauma). This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a collaborative research network spanning both The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD) and The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UTSW). Located in the brand-new Texas Instruments Biomedical Engineering and Sciences (TI-BMES) building, the successful applicant will be affiliated with both UTD and UTSW and gain exposure to a variety of research environments. This temporary position would suit someone with interest in pursuing a PhD, looking to obtain hands-on research experience and direct mentorship from a supportive PI. The salary for a Lab Manager is dependent on experience and qualifications. Continued employment is contingent on the availability of grant funding. Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Must be a U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident to meet USCIS eligibility requirements. |
| Minimum Education and Experience | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Preferred Education and Experience | Preferred Education and Experience
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| Other Qualifications | To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position. |
| Essential Duties and Responsibilities | Duties & Responsibilities
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| Additional Information | Work Notice: This position is on-site and in-person only. The option to work remotely on tasks such as writing or data analysis may be discussed on an ad hoc basis. Work Hours: 19.5 Hours per week Travel: This position may be subject to local travel for training/development or conference attendance. |
| Special Instructions Summary | Special instructions summary: To apply, please submit:
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| Important Message | 1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. 2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator. |