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University of Louisville Instructional Lab Coordinator V in Louisville, Kentucky

Minimum Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Laboratory Science, Biology, Chemistry with experience in operations, planning and general lab management or a related field and two (2) years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Grade 5 (Salaried)Position Description:The University of Louisville Biology Department is hiring an Instructional Laboratory Coordinator. The lab coordinator oversees teaching labs for almost 50 lab sections per semester across two buildings, holds financial and supervisory responsibilities, and assists in the attainment of research products. The coordinator contributes to curriculum enhancements for introductory lab courses. The coordinator works closely with other faculty, staff, graduate students, and postdoctoral researchers and is responsible for the overall organization and support of labs across multiple disciplines in biology. They supervise student employees, assist graduate students with research methods, and coordinate building access and scheduling for teaching and research labs. The lab coordinator is trained on and enforces all safety protocols and ensures that supervisees are trained appropriately. The coordinator is responsible for a large lab fee budget, a procurement card, and associated financial reallocations.The ideal candidate will be an independent thinker, create strategies to enhance effectiveness and be willing to offer administrative, technical, and procedural support to department members and students.The Biology Department is one of the largest, most dynamic departments in the college. Staff are an important part of our welcoming department community.Please include a cover letter explaining how you fit this position along with a current resume or vita, and names and contacts (email and phone) for three references. If you have questions about the position, you may reach out to Dr. Deborah Yoder-Himes, deborah.yoder-himes@louisville.edu, Chair of the search committee.Preferred Qualifications:Master’s degree in Biology with an additional 2-4 years of work experienceExperience working in teamsPrior research and teaching experienceDemonstrated proficiency using the following software: Excel, Word, E-mail, cloud storage systems, PowerPoint, Adobe, online video conference programs like Zoom or Teams, and other common programs.Effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skillsCompensation will be commensurate to candidate experience.Equal Employment OpportunityThe University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Employment team at employment@louisville.edu or 502.852.6258.Assistance and AccommodationsComputers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208.If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at employment@louisville.edu or by phone 502-852-6258.

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