Chemistry Teaching Lab Specialist I – Lab Prep & Support

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida in Gainesville seeks a Teaching Laboratory Specialist I to prepare undergraduate chemistry labs, assist instructors, and maintain equipment and safety standards.

You will coordinate lab prep, support instructional activities across multiple sections, and ensure materials, waste handling, and safety compliance are met. The role requires a high school diploma with four years' related experience, with a preferred bachelor's in chemistry or related field.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with four years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field preferred.
• Experience supporting chemistry labs in education settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and ready undergraduate chemistry teaching labs daily.
• Assist instructors and TAs with lab exercises and demonstrations.
• Set up equipment, materials, and safety procedures for labs.
• Maintain inventory, cleanup, and restock lab spaces between sections.
• Provide procedural guidance and troubleshoot during sessions.
• Ensure safety compliance and proper waste handling.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field

Job description

University of Florida in Gainesville seeks a Teaching Laboratory Specialist I to prepare undergraduate chemistry labs, assist instructors, and maintain equipment and safety standards.

You will coordinate lab prep, support instructional activities across multiple sections, and ensure materials, waste handling, and safety compliance are met. The role requires a high school diploma with four years' related experience, with a preferred bachelor's in chemistry or related field.