Lab Supervisor, Biological Sciences - Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Arts and Science

Avenue.io Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

MacEwan University’s Department of Biological Sciences invites applications for an entry-level, full-time tenure-track Laboratory Supervisor, commencing July 1, 2027, subject to budget approval. You will deliver labs BIOL 108 and BIOL 208, develop curriculum, and coordinate instructors in multi-section courses.

You must hold an MSc in Biological Sciences with a background in organismal biology or ecology and have teaching/leadership experience in a biology lab or field setting.

Qualifications

• Requires MSc in Biological Sciences with background in organismal biology/ecology or related discipline.
• Relevant teaching and leadership experience in a biology laboratory or field environment is required.
• Knowledge of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support curriculum development for lab components of core courses BIOL 108 and BIOL 208.
• Prepare lab manuals and lab assessments; manage course resources in the LMS.
• Coordinate laboratory instructors in multi-section courses and deliver lab instruction.
• Contribute to the continued success of the Biological Sciences major within the BSc degree.

Skills

Teaching leadership

Organization

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Student-centered pedagogy

Education

MSc in Biological Sciences

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

Competition Number: 26.10.264
Category: Full-Time Tenure-Track
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. New hires will normally be placed within the first 5 steps of the Lab Supervisors salary table.
Closing Date: A review of applications will begin November 15, 2026 and continue until a suitable candidate is found.

The Department of Biological Sciences in the Faculty of Arts and Science invites applications for an entry-level, full-time, tenure-track appointment for aLaboratory Supervisor, commencing July 1, 2027, subject to final budgetary approval.

You will work with the department's instructional faculty and technical staff to ensure the effective delivery of the laboratory components of the Department's core courses BIOL 108 (Introduction to Evolution) and BIOL 208 (Principles of Ecology). Duties will include, but are not limited to, supporting curriculum development for labs, preparation of lab manuals and lab assessments, managing course resources in MacEwan's Learning Management System, and coordination of laboratory instructors in multi-section courses. The position will include lab instruction in BIOL 108 and BIOL 208. This position will contribute to the continued success of the Biological Sciences Major within MacEwan's Bachelor of Science degree.

You must have an MSc in Biological Sciences, with a background in general organismal biology, ecology, or a related discipline. You must also have relevant teaching and leadership experience in a biology laboratory or field environment. Effective organization, communication, and interpersonal skills will be essential. Knowledge of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and a proven commitment to student-centered, evidence-based lab pedagogy is an asset.

You will submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and teaching dossier (including recent teaching evaluations).

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the Department Chair to provide three (3) letters of reference sent directly from referees.

Only selected candidates will be required to submit official transcripts sent directly from the institutions where you completed your degrees.

Questions about this opportunity may be addressed to Dr. Kimberley Harcombe, Chair of the Department of Biological Sciences, at [e-mail].

This position is included under the Faculty Association collective agreement

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.