Coordinator, Laboratory

University of Houston-Downtown; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Houston - Downtown is seeking a Coordinator, Laboratory to oversee daily laboratory operations, ensure safety compliance, manage resources, and support faculty, researchers, and students in a dynamic academic setting.

The role involves supervising student assistants, procuring equipment, tracking budgets, and assisting with development of laboratory experiments for hands-on learning and research.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus three (3) years of related experience.
• Associate degree in an Engineering discipline plus ten (10) years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily laboratory operations and preparation of lab spaces.
• Partner with EH&S teams to implement laboratory safety procedures and compliance standards.
• Supervise student assistants and part-time employees through training, guidance, and performance management.
• Procur e, maintain, and monitor laboratory inventory and equipment.
• Track laboratory budgets and support efficient resource utilization.
• Assist with development of laboratory experiments and provide instructional support as needed.

Skills

Collaborative

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree + 3 years

Associate degree in Engineering + 10 years

Job description

Department: Computer Science & Engineering Technology

Power Innovation. Support Discovery. Inspire Student Success.

Join the University of Houston - Downtown and play a critical role in maintaining laboratory environments that support groundbreaking research, hands‑on learning, and student achievement. As a Coordinator, Laboratory,'you'll oversee laboratory operations, ensure safety compliance, manage resources, and support faculty, researchers, and students in a dynamic academic setting.

Salary Range: $47,731 - $57,277

What You'll Do

Manage Laboratory Operations

• Coordinate daily laboratory activities and preparation of lab spaces.

Promote a Culture of Safety

• Partner with Environmental Health & Safety teams to implement laboratory safety procedures and compliance standards.

Lead & Develop Staff

• Supervise student assistants and part‑time employees through training, guidance, and performance management.

Oversee Equipment & Supplies

• Procure, maintain, and monitor laboratory inventory and equipment.

Manage Resources

• Track laboratory budgets and support efficient resource utilization.

Support Research & Learning

• Assist with development of laboratory experiments and provide instructional support as needed.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a collaborative, detail-oriented professional who enjoys problem‑solving and working in a dynamic educational environment.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree plus three (3) years of related experience

OR

Associate degree in an Engineering discipline plus ten (10) years of related experience.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Collaborative Environment

Work alongside faculty and students to support innovation and learning.

Meaningful Impact

Help prepare the next generation of engineers, researchers, and technology professionals.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All positions at the University of Houston-Systemare security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.