Bioengineering Instructional Laboratory Manager

University of Oregon; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bioengineering Instructional Lab Manager at the University of Oregon Knight Campus oversees the technical operation, safety, and instructional support for teaching laboratories. This role enables high-quality undergraduate and graduate education across biomaterials, tissue engineering, biomedical devices, and related bioengineering areas.

The position manages physical preparation, equipment maintenance, and safety compliance for laboratory spaces, supporting instructional activities and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in bioengineering or related field.
• Experience in laboratory environments related to bioengineering, biology, chemistry, materials science, biomedical engineering, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Oversee technical operation, safety, and instructional support of teaching laboratories.
• Coordinate preparation of teaching laboratory courses and course-related projects.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety regulations and inspections.

Skills

Inventory management

Laboratory safety compliance

Communication skills

Equipment maintenance

3D printers and bioprinting tools

Bioreactors and instrumentation

Microsoft Office / Excel

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in bioengineering

MS or PhD in Bioengineering (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Bioengineering Instructional Laboratory Manager

Department: Knight Campus

Appointment Type and Duration: Regular,Ongoing

Salary: $60,000 - $75,000 per year

Compensation Band: OS-OA06-Fiscal Year2026-2027

FTE: 1.0

Application Review Begins

September 29, 2026; position open until filled

Department Summary

The Department of Bioengineering at the Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact is dedicated to fast trackingscientific discoveries into innovations that improve human health and quality of life. Through cutting-edge research, student training, and collaborations across academia, healthcare, and industry, the department accelerates the translation of discoveries from the laboratory to real-world applications that benefit people in Oregon, the nation, and the world. The Knight Campus creates the intellectual infrastructure to establish Oregon as a center for both research and development, making Oregon a place where companies can start up and grow. The Knight Campus is reshaping the higher education landscape in Oregon by training the next generations of bioengineers and scientists, forging tighter ties with industry and entrepreneurs, and creating new educational opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students. The Knight Campus supports a dynamic externally sponsored research portfolio, a diverse set of graduate academic programming, innovation and entrepreneurship initiatives, and an active external affairs program.

Position Summary

The Bioengineering Instructional Lab Manager is a subject-matter expert responsible for the technical operation, safety, and instructional support of the Department of Bioengineering's teaching laboratories and related spaces, enabling high-quality undergraduate and graduate education. The position supports instructional activities spanning biomaterials, tissue engineering, biomedical devices, biofabrication, advanced manufacturing, and related areas of bioengineering. The Bioengineering Instructional Lab Manager supports the Department of Bioengineering's educational mission by managing activities related to the physical preparation of all teaching laboratory courses and course-related projects offered by the department.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in bioengineering or related field
• Demonstrated experience working in laboratory environments relevant to bioengineering, biology, chemistry, materials science, biomedical engineering, or related fields.

Professional Competencies

• Familiarity with inventorying equipment, chemicals, and keeping equipment maintenance and inspection logs, including advanced skills in organizing, distributing, and accounting for inventory, especially in dynamic environments with multiple classes, programs, and instructor needs
• Familiarity with higher education organizations and typical college-level organizational structures
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally with diverse populations
• Demonstrates knowledge of laboratory safety regulations and compliance, environmental hazards, safety audits, risk assessments, accident investigations, and emergency action plans.
• Familiarity with equipment and instrument maintenance, repairs, and replacement
• Proficiency with basic computer software such as Microsoft platforms and Excel
• Familiarity with Apple and Windows operating systems
• Theoretical and working knowledge balances, pH meters, spectrophotometers, imaging equipment, cell culture equipment, bioreactors, materials characterization instrumentation, 3D printers, bioprinters, microfabrication tools, and related laboratory instrumentation.
• Ability to learn new skills quickly and adapt well to changes
• Adaptability to assess situations independently and determine what steps are required to address needs and emerging situations

Preferred Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Bioengineering
• 1+ year of instructional laboratory management
• Experience supporting instructional or research activities involving biomaterials, cell culture, tissue engineering, biomedical devices, biofabrication, or related bioengineering areas.

FLSA Exempt:

Yes

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

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