Laboratory Coordinator II

The University of Arizona, United States

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Location: Tucson, ARIZONA
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Laboratory Coordinator II
Posting Number req19502
Department Ecology & Evolutionary Biology
Department Website Link www.eeb.arizona.edu
Location Main Campus
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights We seek a self-starting, responsible, and creative science project coordinator to help coordinate laboratory and field research activities. The focus is on supporting lab activities of the Saleska research group and collaborators at international sites, primarily the Amazon forests of South America, in Brazil. Based at the University of Arizona, this position will support: (1) organizing (and implementing, as needed) research and meetings, (2) administration and communication with Brazilian colleagues, students, and agency officials, and (3) international travel, especially to Brazil.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities
  • Support laboratory and field activities, including sample measurement/collection, laboratory extractions, and subsequent analysis in coordination with lab members.
  • Travel to Amazon institutions and field sites to help coordinate and assist in activities. This includes assisting in fieldwork in tropical sites in an outdoor environment. 
  • Field and lab work may include exposure to extreme heat and potential hazards typical of field or lab work, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals in a work setting.
  • Maintain transparent protocols for field safety and inclusive training, research and authorship to equitably sustain a diverse international collaboration.
  • Assist in securing appropriate authorization from international government agencies for research, travel, and training activities. The employee will be given training on these established protocols set by the Brazilian government and will be responsible for collecting needed documents. Help coordinate with international counterparts (especially in Brazil) in the organization of field research and training activities.
  • Complete appropriate paperwork for the departmental business office to comply with University of Arizona and project policies in support of PI and lab actives. Example: collecting documentation for purchases, reimbursements, and participant travel as needed.
  • Provide support to the Principal Investigator as needed, including:  
    Assisting in coordination of activities across lab members and external collaborators.
    Assisting in the development of proposals to funding agencies.
    Assisting in preparation of reports to funding agencies. 
    Making recommendations and implementing purchases for laboratory and field campaigns.
    Generally evaluating and resolving problems within scope of position.

 
Minimum Qualifications
  • Possess a bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or project management.
  • Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience. 
  • Experience in a technical background related to laboratory and/or field science
  • Experience in managing / coordination
  • Fluency in written and spoken Portuguese
Preferred Qualifications
  • Possess a master’s degree in a relevant area.
  • Educational background in science, engineering, or project management.
  • Experience working in Brazil.
  • Interest / experience in team-based interdisciplinary science and in helping to promote/sustain a diverse, equitable and inclusive research and training environment.
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.00
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Research
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay $53,039-$66,299
Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade 7
Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator .
Grade Range Minimum $53039
Grade Range Midpoint $66299
Grade Range Maximum $79558
Career Stream and Level PC2
Job Family Research & Lab
Job Function Research
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date 5/17/2024
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Dr. Scott Saleska
[email protected]
Open Date 5/10/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Diversity Statement At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.
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