Laboratory Supervisor, Nursing

Brock University; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 73,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

A comprehensive university in St. Catharines seeks a Laboratory Supervisor for Nursing to oversee lab operations and support evening lab coordinators. The role requires a Nursing degree, RN status, and leadership experience. Responsibilities include managing lab activities, ensuring safety protocols, and designing educational simulations. This permanent position offers a salary range of $73,245 to $118,776 along with benefits such as health coverage and pension plan.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Pension plan eligibility

Up to 3 weeks vacation

Brock Tuition Waiver Program access

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree in Nursing or equivalent experience.
• Currently a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Demonstrated leadership and teaching skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise afternoon and evening lab coordinators.
• Maintain lab cleanliness and safety.
• Design and conduct lab demonstrations.

Skills

Team leadership/supervisory experience

Teaching experience

Clinical nursing skills

Ability to coach and mentor

Inventory management

Effective planning and organizing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Registered Nurse (in good standing)

Tools

Simulation and lab equipment

Microsoft Office

Job description

Brock University is located on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement.

We are one of Canada’s outstanding comprehensive universities, where excellence and innovation thrive. Brock has been recognized as a Top Employer in Hamilton-Niagara for seven consecutive years. We have been ranked #3 as Canada’s Best Employers and top 10 as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity. For 2025, Brock has been proudly recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Company Culture, ranked seventh by Forbes in partnership with Statista. At Brock, you will find a welcoming, inclusive community and an exciting range of meaningful career opportunities.

Ignite new possibilities for your career. Break through at Brock.

Post End Date: October 14, 2025 at 11:59 PM. This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the Administrative Professional (Employee Group).

Please note: This position is required to work the afternoons/evening shift.

About the Role

The Laboratory Supervisor, Nursing oversees the department lab team and provides in-house support to afternoon and evening lab coordinators across BScN and BNMN programs. The incumbent coordinates recruitment and retention activities, supports students in developing clinical skills, and assists with open practice, self-referral, formal remediation, and clinical re-entry processes. The Laboratory Supervisor is responsible for designing, implementing, coordinating, testing and maintaining laboratory components while providing safe, quality laboratory demonstrations for students in the courses.

The Laboratory Supervisor, Nursing will

• Supervise and support afternoon and evening lab coordinators, ensuring smooth operations during extended hours;
• Maintain lab cleanliness, organization, and readiness, including setup and teardown between sessions;
• Ensure health and safety policies and procedures are followed and that safety is maintained within the lab, addressing, logging, and reporting safety issues;
• Inspect and manage lab equipment, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate repairs or replacements in collaboration with internal and external partners;
• Manage laboratory resources, including conducting inventory of materials required for demonstrations;
• Source and liaise with sales reps for new equipment and quotes;
• Manage course fee requirements for lab courses;
• Manage the nursing lab email account and serve as the primary contact for lab-related inquiries;
• Work with course instructor/faculty to design, develop and prepare lab demonstrations that are current and relevant to the course curricula (i.e., designing, testing, researching, revising lab manuals, etc.);
• Collaborate with the course Instructor/Faculty to ensure laboratory-lecture synchronization;
• Perform demonstrations/experiments and direct students through laboratory activities, including explaining, observing, correcting, and guiding throughout, ensuring quality and consistency in laboratory delivery;
• Facilitate student feedback on lab experiences and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives;
• Provide support for recruitment initiatives (e.g., organize and conduct annual lab tours for Fall Preview Day, April Open House, etc.);
• Mentor and train lab team members, supporting onboarding and professional development.

Key Skills and Experience

• Bachelor\'s degree in Nursing or the equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Currently a Registered Nurse (in good standing) with the College of Nurses of Ontario;
• Demonstrated team leadership/supervisory experience;
• Teaching experience and nursing-related simulation experience;
• Skilled in operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting simulation and lab equipment, including high- and mid-fidelity simulators;
• Proficient in designing and facilitating clinical simulations aligned with nursing curriculum;
• Demonstrates clinical nursing skills confidently and accurately;
• Knowledgeable in nursing legislation, clinical standards, and best practices in nursing education;
• Experienced in inventory management, equipment purchasing, and record keeping;
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and adaptable to both in-person and virtual environments;
• Promotes and embodies inclusivity and respect within the workplace and the broader community;
• Strong ability to coach, mentor, and motivate students and staff;
• Capable of identifying student learning needs and tailoring support strategies;
• Applies academic regulations and safety protocols to maintain integrity and safety in lab environments;
• Effective in planning, organizing, and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Preferred or Asset Skills

• Graduate degree in Nursing, Education, or a closely related field;
• Experience with simulated laboratory learning or certification(s) related to simulation-based learning;
• Maintenance and care of simulation and medical equipment.

Salary and Total Rewards

• Job Grade M, Salary Scale ($73,245-$118,776);
• Target Hiring Range: $80,000-$90,000*
• This is a permanent position that includes:
• Health & Dental Benefits: Comprehensive extended health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Pension Plan: Enrollment eligibility in the Brock University Pension Plan.
• Vacation: Up to 3 weeks per year, in addition to university holidays.
• Professional Development: Eligibility for the Brock Tuition Waiver Program.

* The final salary is based on experience, internal equity, and budget considerations within the target hiring range.

We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. As a student-centered organization, all employees are required to work on campus as needed.

Brock University is committed to creating a respectful and equitable workplace. We strive to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in our work and learning environments. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, people who identify as Black, African and/or Caribbean, as racialized and/or as from ethnic and cultural minority groups, and other underrepresented demographic groups at Brock and in the Niagara region. Brock also recognizes intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these aforementioned groups.

We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, and we accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process, as outlined in our Employment Accommodation Policy. Please contact [e-mail] if you require a disability related accommodation so we can ensure your participation needs are met.

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We appreciate all applications received. Candidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted.

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