Biology Lab Operations Lead

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

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.