Coordinator, Laboratory Courses and Equipment

University of Maryland, United States

Updated: about 15 hours ago
Location: College Park, MARYLAND
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Posting Details
Posting Details


Position Number: 129431
Title: Coordinator
Functional Title: Coordinator, Laboratory Courses and Equipment
Category Status: 33-Exempt Regular
Applicant Search Category: Staff
University Authorized FTE: 1.0
Unit: AGNR-Animal & Avian Sciences
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
Under general supervision from the Department Chair, the coordinator will provide support for laboratory courses. They will coordinate and facilitate the Principles of Animal Science Laboratory, laboratories for courses on Anatomy and Physiology, and other courses based on departmental need. They will also coordinate and maintain departmental common equipment in the ANSC Core Equipment Laboratories and facilitate their use. Occasional night and weekend work will be required.
Benefits Summary Top Benefits and Perks:

Exempt Benefits Summary

Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
A Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science or a related field. 
Experience:
3 years of experience working directly with production animals/livestock. Experience working in a laboratory setting with laboratory equipment.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Legal eligibility to work in the United States.
Preferences:
Preferences:
  • A Master’s degree in Animal Science or a related discipline. 
  • Prior teaching experience is strongly desired. Experience managing budgets and supplies is helpful.
Additional Certifications:
Additional Information:
Job Risks Animal Handling
Physical Demands
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. This position requires outdoor work. Job duties may occur during very hot and cold and/or inclement weather. Working environment may include allergens (animals, dust, mold, grasses, etc.).
Posting Date: 05/10/2024
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Yes
Best Consideration Date 06/10/2024
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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