Part-Time Laboratory Coordinator I - Biology

Job Title

Part-Time Laboratory Coordinator I - Biology

Agency

Texas A&M University - Texarkana

Department

CASE Biology

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Texarkana, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Department of Natural Sciences at the College of Arts, Sciences & Education (CASE) is committed to incorporate student-centered learning practices and programs in the curriculum and train the students with the essential skills to succeed in their respective fields. The department invites applications for a part-time (50% or less) lab coordinator. The lab coordinator is assigned the responsibilities of maintaining an inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment in the various laboratories used for teaching and research in biology. The lab coordinator will teach some of the labs and coordinate all laboratory activities with faculty, administration, and students; and supervise student workers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Responsible for coordination of lab activities with students, faculty, and staff.
• Developing and maintaining inventory of supplies and materials needed for teaching labs.
• Coordinating the ordering, storage, and maintenance of laboratory equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Working closely with the university safety office and faculty for lab safety and chemical hygiene issues.
• Maintaining laboratory facility in safe, clean, and organized manner.
• Developing and implementing policies, procedures, and standards for lab operations to ensure the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality control of the laboratory and compliance with federal, state, and university regulations and standards.
• Responsible for teaching 2 lab sections in biology per semester- including summer.
• Other duties as assigned by the college dean or department chair.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES :

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of related experience.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation applications.
• Ability to identify, assess, and solve problems.
• Ability to organize, multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding.
• Ability to lift light objects under 50 pounds.
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Work outside normal office hours and/or work on weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in biology or closely related discipline.
• Two (2) or more years of related experience.
• Experience in coordinating and teaching labs for biology and at undergraduate level.

Other Requirements

• Periodic work outside of normal office hours.
• This position does not provide health insurance or other benefits.

SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:

This position generally supervises student workers.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED. To ensure full consideration, applications must be submitted by 11/15/2023.

To apply: Upload your cover letter, resume/CV, 3 professional references with contact information and with one reference being a supervisor/manager and copies of your transcripts in the questionnaire section of your application.

Please remember once you submit your application you will not be able to “revise” or upload any documents. If you have any questions about uploading or a revision to your application, you may contact [email protected] .

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.