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)