University of Texas at Dallas

Posting Number S06449P

Position Title Lab Manager

Functional Title

Department Speech Language Hearing

Salary Range $65,000 - $70,000, DOQ

Pay Basis Monthly

Position Status Regular full-time

Location Dallas

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Open Date 06/23/2025

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Desired Start Date 07/01/2025

Job Summary

Join Our Team – Lab Manager Position at the UT Larynx Lab

Are you passionate about voice science and eager to make a meaningful contribution to cutting-edge research? The UT Larynx Lab, led by Dr. Adrianna Shembel, is seeking a highly motivated, organized, and detail-oriented Lab Manager to support and coordinate research at the intersection of voice science, speech-motor control, and vocal health.

Based in Richardson, TX (near Dallas), the UT Larynx Lab investigates the neurophysiological and biomechanical mechanisms of voice production. Our interdisciplinary research integrates speech science, cognitive neuroscience, and biomedical engineering to explore vocal fatigue, motor learning, sensorimotor control, and perceptual aspects of vocal effort.

We use state-of-the-art tools, including:

• High-resolution 3D motion capture to study head, neck, and laryngeal kinematics
• Acoustic and aerodynamic voice assessment
• Human subject experimental paradigms involving vocal load and effort
• Advanced signal processing and machine learning for data analysis

Salary will be dependent on experience and qualifications. This is a grant-funded position, and continued employment is contingent on the availability of funds.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field. A minimum of two years experience with lab equipment and related facilities.

Preferred Education and Experience

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in speech-language pathology, neuroscience, psychology, biomedical engineering
• Demonstrated experience with human subject research and regulatory requirements
• Prior experience with IRB protocol development and compliance
• Familiarity with research involving speech, voice, or motor control
• Experience managing a team of student researchers
• Technical aptitude in any of the following: MATLAB, Python, R, signal processing, or biomechanics

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Human Subjects Research Coordination
• Oversee all aspects of IRB protocol development, submission, and maintenance
• Manage compliance with federal, university, and HIPAA regulations
• Maintain detailed regulatory documentation and training records
• Participant Recruitment & Study Management
• Design and implement subject recruitment strategies across multiple populations
• Coordinate screening, enrollment, scheduling, and compensation
• Supervise and ensure adherence to experimental protocols
• Research and Lab Operations
• Set up and troubleshoot motion capture systems and other data collection tools
• Assist with pilot testing, data collection, and data quality assurance
• Maintain lab inventory, order supplies, and manage lab safety protocols
• Train and oversee undergraduate and graduate research assistants
• Data and Project Management
• Organize and document study timelines, datasets, and results
• Support grant preparation and reporting with administrative tasks
• Performs other duties as assigned

Essential Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency with data management tools (e.g., Excel, REDCap, Qualtrics)
• Comfortable working with technical equipment (e.g., motion capture systems, microphones, physiological sensors)

Ready to join a research team that’s making a difference in how we understand and care for the human voice? Apply today and help us shape the future of voice science.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Physical Activities

Working Conditions

Additional Information

Work Notice: This position is on-site and in-person only.

Travel: Occasional travel may occur to conferences or for training and research needs.

What We Can Offer

UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefits package including:

Competitive Salary

Tuition Benefits

Internal Training

Medical insurance – including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long and short-term disability

Retirement Plan Options

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.

Special Instructions Summary

To apply, please submit:

• A cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications
• Your CV or resume
• Contact information for 2–3 references

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.

Read Full Description