Senior Manager, Biocontainment & Facilities Operations
Texas Biomed is expanding our facilities leadership team with a Senior Manager, Biocontainment & Facilities Operations. This role is responsible for the overall safe, efficient, and effective daily operations (including scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair) of all high containment (A/BSL3 & A/BSL4) facilities, inclusive of technical project management and oversight of the team that ensures the safest possible lab operations. Provides the campus-wide day-to-day operations and preventive maintenance of existing and future biocontainment and laboratory facilities and overall responsibility for facility compliance of high containment laboratories (including select agent). This role will work in close coordination with the Manager of HVAC and Mechanical Systems, Manager of Facilities Operations, members of the Environmental Health & Safety team, members of the Biosecurity team, and the Responsible Official.
THE ROLE:
Manage, supervise, and lead the day-to-day activities of assigned employees.
Responsible for the safe, efficient, and effective implementation of all facility systems for newly constructed and existing high containment facilities.
Responsible for existing facility operational compliance as required by U.S. federal regulatory agencies, including, but not limited to the CDC, USDA, etc, and in compliance with Texas Biomed policies.
Ensure successful start-up and commissioning of new construction and renovated high containment labs.
Responsible for the management of all contractors and high containment staff, as well as facility High Containment day-to-day operation as it pertains to biocontainment facilities.
Develop and ensure training matrix’s for Containment Lab Maintenance Technicians/ of Biocontainment technicians on the systems specific to laboratories. Support ongoing external training of Containment Lab Maintenance Technicians for testing and maintenance activities.
Run shutdown activities of all high containment systems including working with EHS staff for annual maintenance inspection schedules.
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s Degree from an accredited college/university in mechanical engineering or closely related field preferred.
Fifteen (15) years of job specific experience required. Experience in biocontainment (BSL3 or BSL4) required. Experience in at least one of the following crafts required: Plumbing, Mechanical, HVAC, Structural, Instrumentation/Electronics, Refrigeration.
Prefer or able to complete CFCF Certification and OSHA 30.
Knowledge to support high or maximum containment laboratories.
Maintenance skills to troubleshoot and repair of mechanical systems; e.g., air handlers, exhaust fans, and compressors.
Skills and experience with installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of containment lab mechanical support system.
Working knowledge of automated building and process controls technology such as the Siemens Apogee building management system (MS).
Must have excellent supervisory, leadership, and mentoring skills.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:
• Enjoy an employee-centered culture grounded in open communication, empowerment, and trust. We believe in working hard and having fun, offering 100+ culture events each year to bring our team together and keep the energy strong!
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for you and your family—including pet insurance options.
• Competitive employer-funded retirement plan with 6% contributions starting on day one, increasing with years of service.
• Generous paid time off, including 14 paid holidays and a paid Winter Recess (from the last week of December through New Year’s).
• Paid time off for short-term illness and mental wellness, helping you take the time you need when life happens.
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO) to encourage giving back to the community.
• Paid parental leave to support you and your growing family.
• Flexible work arrangements that support a strong work-life balance.
• On-site medical clinic, wellness incentives, and prescription support programs designed to make care more accessible and affordable.
• On-site fitness center and wellness programs to help you stay active and healthy.
• Relaxed dress code so you can feel comfortable and be yourself at work.
• Dynamic learning environment with professional development opportunities, mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and leadership programs to support your growth.
• Proud recipient of the 2025 Healthy Workplace Platinum Recognition from the San Antonio Business Group on Health (SABGH)—the highest honor for employee-focused wellness initiatives.
WHO WE ARE:
• Texas Biomedical Research Institute is one of the world's leading independent biomedical research institutions dedicated to advancing global human health through innovative biomedical research. Texas Biomed aims to unravel the mysteries of infectious diseases through innovative thinking, creative problem solving and cutting-edge technologies.
• Texas Biomed is the only independent, nonprofit infectious disease research institute in the U.S. to combine:
• The highest-level biocontainment labs for infectious disease and biodefense research
• A federally-designated National Primate Research Center
• More than 80 years of discoveries advancing diagnostics, vaccines and therapies
• An entrepreneurial culture and specialized expertise in regulated science required for FDA approval
We take pride in fostering a culture of respect, opportunity, and unity. Texas Biomedical Research Institute provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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