Lab Coordinator, Biology: Loyola University

Louisiana Biomedical Research Network (LBRN); University City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lab Coordinator at Loyola University New Orleans leads and oversees two introductory biology labs (Cells & Heredity and Biology of Organisms) and maintains teaching spaces and equipment for related courses. This role includes revising manuals, coordinating labs, training student assistants, developing mentoring programs, and teaching one section of each lab each Fall and Spring.

The position requires collaboration with the Office Manager and instructors across biology labs, ensuring smooth

Qualifications

• BS, MS or PhD in Biology or related field.
• Basic computer skills – use of email, internet, software use including Canvas, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and digital imaging software

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, prepare and maintain the core biology laboratories.
• Revise and update core laboratory teaching manuals as needed.
• Recruit student teaching assistants
• Train, and supervise student teaching assistants and new adjunct faculty teaching core labs for the first time.
• Develop a peer mentoring program.
• Teach one section of Cells & Heredity lab each Fall
• Teach one section of Biology or Organisms lab each Spring
• Collaborate with Office Manager to order supplies.
• Oversee maintenance of departmental teaching spaces and equipment.
• Assist with coordination of use and maintenance of department vehicles used for teaching.
• Collegially collaborate and coordinate with instructors of other biology lab courses given the shared nature of teaching spaces and equipment.

Skills

Email

Internet

Canvas

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Digital Imaging Software

Education

BS, MS or PhD in Biology

Tools

Canvas

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Digital Imaging Software

Job description

The Lab Coordinator has a leadership role in coordinating and overseeing our two introductory labs for natural science majors (Cells & Heredity and Biology of Organisms) and helping to maintain spaces and equipment for other courses. This includes revising and updating laboratory teaching manuals; coordinating, preparing, and maintaining the core biology laboratories; training student assistants; developing a peer mentoring program; and teaching one section of C&H lab during each Fall semester and one section of Biology of Organisms lab during each Spring.

Essential Functions

• Coordinate, prepare and maintain the core biology laboratories.
• Revise and update core laboratory teaching manuals as needed.
• Recruit student teaching assistants
• Train, and supervise student teaching assistants and new adjunct faculty teaching core labs for the first time.
• Develop a peer mentoring program.
• Teach one section of Cells & Heredity lab each Fall
• Teach one section of Biology or Organisms lab each Spring
• Collaborate with Office Manager to order supplies.
• Oversee maintenance of departmental teaching spaces and equipment.
• Assist with coordination of use and maintenance of department vehicles used for teaching.
• Collegially collaborate and coordinate with instructors of other biology lab courses given the shared nature of teaching spaces and equipment.

Additional Responsibilities

• Communicate regularly and effectively with faculty, staff, and students.
• Remain up-to-date with developments in teaching pedagogy.
• Attend departmental meetings and functions.

Typical Qualifications

• BS, MS or PhD in Biology or related field.
• Basic computer skills – use of email, internet, software use including Canvas, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and digital imaging software

Additional Desirable Qualifications

• Licensed driver; certified as van driver
• Basic familiarity with conventional laboratory equipment
• Ability to prioritize
• Collegiality

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to complete above duties with or without physical accommodations.

The deadline for applications is April 1, 2025, but review of applications will begin immediately. For more information, please email questions to Dr. Frank Jordan, Professor and Chair of Biological Sciences.

Loyola University New Orleans does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, veteran’s status or national origin in its educational programs or activities, including employment and admissions. At the same time, Loyola cherishes its right to seek and retain personnel who will make a positive contribution to its religious character, goals, and mission in order to enhance the Jesuit, Catholic tradition.

Employer Loyola University – New Orleans