Academic Lab Coordinator

PeopleAdmin, Inc.; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont seeks an energetic and ambitious individual to coordinate and run the department’s teaching laboratories, including oversight of IACUC teaching protocols for courses with live animals.

Responsibilities include training and maintenance of teaching lab equipment and the supervision of teaching assistants and work study students connected with the teaching laboratories.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science/Biological Science or related field and 3–4 years of related experience.
• Desirable: Master’s Degree in Animal Science/Biological Science and previous teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and run the department’s teaching laboratories, including yearly oversight of IACUC teaching protocols for all courses requiring live animal use.
• Training and maintenance of teaching laboratory equipment; supervising teaching assistants and work study students connected with the teaching laboratories.

Skills

Teaching coordination

Supervision of students

Laboratory safety

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Animal Science/Biological Science

Master's Degree in Animal Science/Biological Science

Job description

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The Department of Animal & Veterinary Sciences seeks an energetic and ambitious individual who will be responsible for all aspects of coordinating and running the department’s teaching laboratories, including yearly oversight of IACUC teaching protocols for all courses requiring live animal use. The coordinator is responsible for all training and maintenance of teaching laboratory equipment as well as training and supervision of teaching assistants and work study students connected with the teaching laboratories.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science/Biological Science or related field and three to four years of related experience. Knowledge of the care and use of agricultural animals in an educational environment. Knowledge of farm agricultural practices required. Knowledge of the regulations associated with Animal Care and Use, recombinant DNA use, and OSHA regulations. Familiarity with sterile and aseptic procedures.

Desirable Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Animal Science/Biological Science and previous teaching experience.

Anticipated Pay Range

Anticipated Pay Range $22-$27

Other Information

Barn conditions which include inclement weather, odors, noise, animal and animal transmitted diseases. Requires walking, standing, driving, hearing and talking. Requires ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Special Conditions

Special Conditions Bargaining unit position, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, Background Check required for this position

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Position

Union Position Yes, UVMSU

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 09/09/2025

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled No

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Instructional Services PC1 N

Posting Number

Posting Number S5739PO

Department

Department Animal and Veterinary Sciences/51020

Position Number

Position Number 014579

Percent of Full-Time

Percent of Full-Time 1.0

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5

Term (months per year)

Term (months per year) 12

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume


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