Biology Lab Coordinator

SUNY Brockport; Village of Brockport (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Brockport invites applications for a Biology Lab Coordinator within the Department of Biology. The Lab Coordinator will oversee daily operations, safety, and maintenance of teaching and research laboratories, ensuring labs are fully equipped and compliant for instructional and research activities.

The role supports faculty, staff, and students by maintaining ready-to-use laboratories and coordinating inventory, equipment maintenance, and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology or related field by time of appointment.
• Experience working in academic, research, or biological laboratory settings.
• Experience with laboratory instrumentation, inventory systems, and budget management.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety practices, biosafety procedures, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manages the receiving, restocking, and organization of inventory, supplies, and materials for Biology teaching laboratories.
• Maintains lab safety, protocols, and inspections in teaching labs.
• Maintains teaching labs chemical inventory.
• Prepares materials/reagents for BIO courses listed in the posting.
• Receives supplies and materials needed by the Biology Department faculty for research and independent study.
• Coordinates maintenance, calibration, and operation of department laboratory equipment.
• Oversees general waste management within the department.
• Trains and supervises work-study and temporary service employees.

Skills

Lab safety knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology or related field

Experience in academic or research labs

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Inventory systems software

Budget management

Job description

Bargaining Unit

Founded in 1835, State University of New York (SUNY) Brockport is an exceptional regional comprehensive public university that offers high-quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the arts, business, education, health, humanities, social sciences, and STEM. The University's curriculum is grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and emphasizes experiential learning.

SUNY Brockport

Salary: $60,308.00 Annually

Location: SUNY Brockport

Job Type: Professional Full-Time

Job Number: 2600476

Division: College of Arts and Sciences

Department: Biology

Opening Date: 11/05/2026

Bargaining Unit

Founded in 1835, State University of New York (SUNY) Brockport is an exceptional regional comprehensive public university that offers high-quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the arts, business, education, health, humanities, social sciences, and STEM. The University's curriculum is grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and emphasizes experiential learning.

Located only a few miles from Lake Ontario in a quaint "Village on the Erie Canal," SUNY Brockport is conveniently situated between the cities of Rochester and Buffalo - the fourth and second largest cities in New York State. Inspiring excellence through growth, engagement, and transformation is our mission. Join the inclusive community of dedicated faculty, staff, and students who together are Building a Better Brockport!

SUNY Brockport has a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. We welcome individuality and encourage you to utilize your unique talents and bring your skills as we collaboratively strive to build meaningful lives and vibrant communities.

Summary

The Department of Biology at SUNY Brockport invites applications for a Biology Lab Coordinator position. Reporting to the Department Chair, the Lab Coordinator will oversee the daily operation, safety, and maintenance of teaching and research laboratories within the department. This position will support faculty, staff, and students by ensuring laboratories are fully equipped, compliant with institutional and regulatory requirements, and prepared for instructional and research activities.

Job Functions

• Manages the receiving, restocking, and organization of inventory, supplies, and materials required for undergraduate and graduate Biology teaching laboratories, and organizes and maintains teaching laboratories and course storerooms.
• Maintains lab safety, protocols, and inspections in teaching lab.
• Maintains teaching labs chemical inventory.
• Prepares materials/reagents required for laboratory courses including but not limited to: BIO 111, BIO 201, BIO 202, BIO 305, BIO 311, BIO 316, and BIO 323.
• Receives supplies and materials needed by the Biology Department faculty for individual research, graduate students, and independent study students.
• Coordinates the maintenance, calibration, and operation of departmental laboratory equipment.
• Oversees general waste management within the department.
• Trains and supervises work-study and temporary service employees.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology or a related field by time of appointment from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or an internationally recognized college or university
• Experience working in academic, research, or biological laboratory settings

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with laboratory instrumentation, inventory systems, and budget management

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of laboratory safety practices, biosafety procedures, and regulatory compliance
• Ability to work collaboratively with department faculty and staff
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and external partners

Additional Information

Work Schedule

37.5 hours/week: Monday-Friday, 8 am-4 pm.

Benefits

This position is benefits eligible. Find out more about benefits at Careers@Brockport.

Background Investigation Statement

All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background check.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing

Pre-employment drug test and DOT physical may be required for positions requiring a valid Class A or B CDL driver's license with passenger endorsement.

Non-Discrimination Statement/Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

SUNY Brockport does not discriminate. SUNY Brockport is an Affiantive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the university community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law, or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

Diversity Statement

SUNY Brockport is committed to creating and maintaining an equitable environment that welcomes, values, and supports individuals and communities who affirm human dignity. The University provides opportunities for engagement, learning, growth, and transformation to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive institution.

Reasonable Accommodations

SUNY Brockport provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, veterans, or wounded warriors where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Office of Human Resources or email your request to Tamara Gouger, AVP for Human Resources and ADA Coordinator, at [e-mail]. Determinations or requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

SUNY Brockport is an AA/EEO/ADA employer. The University actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the University.