Laboratory Coordinator I, ECOL 182 Lab

at  University of Arizona

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology or related field, or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required.
• One year of relevant work experience required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with basic laboratory safety
• Experience with basic biology and chemistry laboratory safety practices
• Experience with record keeping and inventory
• Experience working in an efficient and organized manner
• Experience working independently
• Experience caring for small invertebrates and other organisms

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of basic chemistry or biology laboratory safety practices
• Knowledge of basic chemistry or biology laboratory tools
• Knowledge of autoclave use
• Ability to keep organized records and manage a laboratory inventor

• Managing course supplies and materials. This involves continually monitoring the course materials inventory, coordinating with the Lab Director to meet budgetary constraints, ordering all course materials in a timely manner, ensuring that all course materials are prepared and distributed to the 18-36 sections being taught each week of the semester and ensuring compliance with laboratory safety protocols.
• Evaluating, troubleshooting and improving Laboratory Curricular materials. This involves: researching and devising superior techniques and supplies for the various experiments in the curriculum, amending protocols accordingly, identifying, purchasing and/or coordinating the repair of laboratory equipment and supplies and modifying preparatory staff protocols to reflect any adjustments to laboratory curriculum.
• Interfacing with other outside entities such as:
• Supply vendors and shipping companies to negotiate fair prices and ensure materials and equipment arrive on time and in working order.
• Facilities Management to ensure the laboratory classrooms and preparatory space are in safe and working order
• Research Laboratory Safety Services (RLSS) in order to verify the permissibility of new instructional materials, and to maintain compliance with University safety protocols.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of basic chemistry or biology laboratory safety practices
• Knowledge of basic chemistry or biology laboratory tools
• Knowledge of autoclave use
• Ability to keep organized records and manage a laboratory inventory