Biology Lab Support Coordinator (TEMP)

University of Michigan; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Michigan is seeking a Laboratory Support Technician in the CIT Division of Math & Natural Sciences for a temporary position ending December 20, 2026, with potential extension to May 15, 2027 depending on staffing availability.

The role performs operational activities in an instructional laboratory and provides assistance to support daily operation, inventory, storage, and maintenance of supplies, materials, and instrumentation to support the laboratory curriculum.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of relevant laboratory work experience or relevant educational laboratory experience
• Strong communication and writing skills
• Familiarity with laboratory safety policies and procedures
• Basic understanding of common laboratory equipment such as microscopes, balances, pipettes, etc
• Record keeping/organizational experience

Responsibilities

• Perform inventory of assigned spaces (no ordering).
• Provide laboratory set up and support to assigned courses and others as determined by supervisor.
• Create list of tasks for weekly prep assistants.
• Maintain updated prep documents.
• Works with Natural Science Lab Support Supervisor where appropriate to update lab manuals.
• Maintaining lab space readiness/cleanliness; assist with dishes, lab clean up, and chemical prep where needed.
• No instruction will take place

Skills

Laboratory experience

Communication skills

Record keeping

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

This is a temporary position with an end date of December 20th, 2026 and a possibility of extending to May 15th 2027 depending on staffing availability. A Laboratory Support Technician in the CIT Division of Math & Natural Sciences performs operational activities in an instructional laboratory or classroom and provides assistance in support of their daily operation. You will ensure that inventory, storage, and maintenance of supplies, materials, and instrumentation support laboratory curriculum. The duties and tasks are frequently non-routine and completed while working under minimal supervision. Reports to Director of Academic Programs, Matthew Fhaner. This position will have no instructional responsibilities.

Responsibilities*

• Perform inventory of assigned spaces (no ordering).
• Provide laboratory set up and support to assigned courses and others as determined by supervisor.
• Create list of tasks for weekly prep assistants.
• Maintain updated prep documents.
• Works with Natural Science Lab Support Supervisor where appropriate to update lab manuals.
• Maintaining lab space readiness/cleanliness Assist with dishes, lab clean up, and chemical prep where needed.
• No instruction will take place

Required Qualifications*

• 1+ years of relevant laboratory work experience or relevant educational laboratory experience
• Associate's Degree or equivalent education and/or experience

Desired Qualifications*

• Strong communication and writing skills
• Familiarity with laboratory safety policies and procedures
• Basic understanding of common laboratory equipment such as microscopes, balances, pipettes, etc
• Record keeping/organizational experience

Modes of Work

Onsite The work requires, or the supervisor approves a fully onsite presence. Onsite is defined as a designated U-M owned or leased work location within or outside of the State of Michigan Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Temp job openings are posted for a minimum of three calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the fourth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.