Lab Coordinator

About the role

The Department of Ecosystem Science and Management in the College of Agricultural Sciences is hiring a Lab Coordinator. The Lab Coordinator will oversee daily operations of the Lieurance Invasion Ecology laboratory, maintaining a safe, organized, and compliant environment that supports the research productivity of the Principal Investigator (PI), graduate students, undergraduate researchers, and visiting collaborators. The position integrates laboratory stewardship, regulatory compliance, administrative coordination, and personnel training to advance the lab's research mission.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, organized, and compliant laboratory environment
• Support the research productivity of the PI, graduate students, undergraduate researchers, and visiting collaborators
• Integrate laboratory stewardship, regulatory compliance, administrative coordination, and personnel training
• Advocate for the lab's research mission

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree
• Relevant Work Experience: 1+ years
• Required Certifications: None

Skills

• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to maintain a safe and compliant laboratory environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Robust retirement plans
• Substantial paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick time
• 75% tuition discount for eligible employees, spouses, and children

Pay

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $44,628.00 - $64,668.00.

Schedule

This position is funded for 1 year(s); continuation past 1 year(s) will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.

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