Biology Lab & Facilities Coordinator

University of North Florida Alumni Association; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Florida Alumni Association seeks a Building Coordinator for the Biology Department to oversee research facilities, manage procurement, and ensure safety compliance.Responsibilities include procurement, budget monitoring, equipment maintenance, and coordinating safety training within the department.

The role emphasizes facility operations, vivarium and greenhouse oversight, and emergency response coordination, with duties expanding during campus emergencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 2+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and manage the procurement process for research supplies and equipment, including obtaining competitive quotes and providing regular order status updates to faculty.
• Manage procurement card (p-card) transactions and complete timely monthly reconciliations in accordance with university policy.
• Assist in monitoring and managing budgets related to internal research grants, faculty start-up funds, and foundation accounts.
• Prepare and distribute detailed monthly spending analyses for research faculty.
• Maintain research equipment and service contracts, coordinate repairs and service calls as necessary.
• Support the maintenance and operational oversight of departmental research facilities, including laboratories, the vivarium (animal research facility), and greenhouse.
• Coordinate and track laboratory safety training for faculty, staff, and students; maintain accurate documentation to ensure compliance with university, state, and federal safety regulations.
• Conduct and facilitate safety and inventory inspections to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance.
• Assist with the organization, setup, and preparation of research laboratory spaces.
• Serve as the designated contact for emergency equipment failures in the Biology Building.
• During declared campus emergencies, perform specific job-related duties at a designated off campus site or place of residence.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Office Manager and/or Department Chair.

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The University of North Florida Alumni Association seeks a Building Coordinator for the Biology Department to oversee research facilities, manage procurement, and ensure safety compliance.Responsibilities include procurement, budget monitoring, equipment maintenance, and coordinating safety training within the department.

The role emphasizes facility operations, vivarium and greenhouse oversight, and emergency response coordination, with duties expanding during campus emergencies.