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INSTRUCTIONAL LABORATORY COORDINATOR

University of Alabama at Birmingham · Greater Birmingham, Alabama Area · 2 wk ago
Research$44k–$71k/yrFull-time

General Responsibilities

  • Serve as primary section contact for assigned laboratory sections.
  • Deliver 8-10 contact hours per week of lab instruction, demonstrations, and student support.
  • Prepare and set up laboratory sessions, including reagents, materials, and equipment.
  • Ensure all assigned lab sections are fully operational and prepared on schedule.
  • Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment to ensure functionality.
  • Cookordinate with the instructor of record to meet course-specific lab needs.
  • Monitor inventory levels and order supplies to support lab operations.
  • Maintain compliance with safety protocols and regulatory standards.
  • Organize and maintain laboratory spaces for cleanliness and efficiency.
  • Document preparation procedures, inventory usage, and lab readiness activities.
  • Support continuous improvement of lab setup processes and workflows.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

  • Experience teaching or assisting in undergraduate biology laboratory courses.
  • Experience preparing laboratory materials at scale for multi-section courses.
  • Familiarity with common undergraduate biology techniques (microscopy, molecular and cell biology, genetics, physiology, microbiology, or related).
  • Experience with chemical inventory management and hazardous waste protocols.
  • Experience coordinating with faculty or instructors of record on course-specific laboratory needs.
  • Experience supporting continuous improvement of laboratory workflows and operations.

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field and one (1) year of related experience required.
  • Work experience may NOT substitute for the education requirement.
  • Preferred: Bachelor's degree in biology or a closely related discipline
  • Three (3) years of related experience in laboratory operations, instructional laboratory support, or a comparable role
  • Demonstrated ability to manage laboratory equipment, reagents, and instructional materials
  • Working knowledge of laboratory safety standards and regulatory compliance
  • Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds

Pay Range

$43,890 – $71,320

Employee Status

Regular

Shift

Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement

(final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager)

Onsite

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