Lab Coordinator, Human Performance & Biomechanics

The California State University; California; On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental plans

Generous vacation

Education fee waiver

California PERS membership

15 paid holidays

Job summary

The California State University is seeking a Lab Coordinator for the School of Applied Health. This full-time position involves operating and maintaining the Human Performance and Biomechanics laboratories to support teaching and testing, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or a related field, with experience in laboratory support. The role offers a salary range of $4,595–$6,694 per month with benefits, including medical and dental plans.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of instructional support services experience in related disciplines.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain it.
• 2 years of college in the related fields may substitute for experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain laboratories for teaching and community testing.
• Support faculty and students in equipment usage.
• Manage equipment checkouts, maintain lab inventory.

Skills

Knowledge of laboratory safety standards

Technical equipment troubleshooting

Effective verbal communication

Experience with MATLAB

Experience with Python

Organizational skills

Ability to manage scheduling systems

Ability to collect and analyze data

Education

Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or related field

Tools

Motion analysis systems

Physiological monitoring equipment

Force devices

Job description

School of Applied Health Lab Coordinator

Apply now Job no: 556484
Work type: Staff
Location: Humboldt
Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Probationary, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Applied Health

Job # 556484

First Review Date: August 25, 2026

Anticipated Start Date: November 2, 2026

At Cal Poly Humboldt, bold hearts and open minds shape the future.

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(Job # 556484) Instructional Support Tech II, School of Applied Health Lab Coordinator, CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,595 – $6,694 per month (Step 1- Step 20), Anticipated Hiring Range: $4,595- $5,491 per month (Step 1-10). Final salary placement is commensurate with experience, internal equity, and budget considerations. This is a full-time, benefited, non-exempt, 12-month pay plan, permanent position, with a one-year probationary period in the Department of Applied Health. This position comes with a premium benefits package that includes outstanding vacation, medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, voluntary pre-tax health and dependent care reimbursement accounts, a fee waiver education program, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), and 15 paid holidays per year. Additional benefits information can be found at https://www.humboldt.edu/hr/employee-benefits .

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Dean, the Lab Coordinator will operate and maintain the Human Performance and Biomechanics laboratories to support teaching, research and community-based testing in accordance with NSCA, ACSM and OSHA standards. The position will also provide technical, administrative and operational support to faculty, students and external clients to ensure safe, accurate, and effective use of laboratory facilities and equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• 30% - Support the smooth operations of the Lab and maintain equipment in accordance with NSCA , or ACSM and OSHA standards; equipment maintenance (including but not limited to calibration, cleaning, programming, troubleshooting with the manufacturer); ensure all equipment is operational and safe.
• 20% - Provide support to faculty and students by ensuring all equipment is in working order and helping to trouble shoot equipment and/or methodological issues related to the use of the lab.
• 10% - Equipment Checkout: Coordinate checkouts with faculty and graduate students, verify that users are properly trained, confirm equipment is in working order before release and upon return, and repair or request replacement of equipment as needed. Supply management - maintain a continuous inventory of all items in the labs, submit order requests for consumable parts as needed, stocking and organization of equipment. Coordinates and oversees equipment delivery, relocation, and disposal following university policies and procedures.
• 10% - Maintains a logical, conflict-free Lab calendar, provides training on its use, and enables users to schedule their own time. Verifies and logs certifications and training completed by lab users as necessitated by their respective role. Coordinate and schedule general lab training; provide lab orientations and safety briefings at least once per semester.
• 10% - Monitor and promptly respond to emails and phone calls from people looking to schedule services/asking questions about the services. Add voice mail announcements and auto-reply messages to email each semester including lab hours.
• 10% - Support paid community testing including exercise tests and supporting students in performing tests/assessments in classes.
• 5% - Other Duties as Assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Associated with this Position Include:

As listed in Classification Standards:

• Knowledge of the principles of performing support services; knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques related to the discipline and the curriculum; knowledge of the materials and supplies in the curriculum and the curriculum and their uses.
• Ability to plan, organize, and schedule activities; ability to operate technical equipment related to the discipline; ability to maintain records; ability to adjust and perform simple maintenance of technical and scientific equipment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with a diverse population.

As related to the major responsibilities for this position:

• Demonstrated experience supporting the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory and/or clinical equipment used in human performance, biomechanics, or physiology assessment (e.g., motion analysis systems, force measurement devices, physiological monitoring equipment, and related instrumentation).
• Experience collecting, managing, and analyzing biomechanical and/or physiological data using standard data acquisition and analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python, or comparable software platforms).
• Knowledge of laboratory safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage scheduling systems and
• Ability to troubleshoot technical equipment and data acquisition systems.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, and community partners.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Equivalent to three years of experience providing instructional support services for a related unit or discipline, or in producing materials or supplies or repairing equipment in a discipline related to Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Human Performance, or a closely related field.

or

• Equivalent to two years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Human Performance, or a closely related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

or

• Equivalent to four years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Human Performance, or a closely related field may be substituted for two years of the required experience.
• Current certification in CPR and First Aid, or the ability to obtain and maintain certification within a specified timeframe.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Human Performance, or a closely related field.
• NSCA Certified Performance & Sport Scientist (CPSS).
• NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS).
• ACSM Exercise Physiologist or Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist certification.
• College-level teaching or laboratory instruction experience.
• Experience mentoring undergraduate and graduate students in research or community service.
• Experience in fall risk assessment, gait analysis, stress testing, resistance training program design, and exercise prescription.
• Experience with health screening, risk classification, and clinical event coordination.

Application Procedure: To apply, qualified candidates must electronically submit the following materials by clicking the Apply Now button:

• Letter of Interest
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for at least three supervisory references

Application Deadline: The deadline to submit application materials for the first review is 11:55 p.m. on Monday, August 24, 2026.

Any inquiries about this recruitment can be directed to [e-mail] or Cal Poly Humboldt’s Human Resources Office at [phone].

Weacknowledgethat Cal Poly Humboldt is located on the uncededlandsof the Wiyot people, where they have resided from time immemorial. We encourage all to gain a deeper understanding of their history and thriving culture. As an expression of our gratitude, we are genuinely committed to developing trusting, reciprocal, and long-lasting partnerships with the Wiyot people as well as all of our neighboring tribes. Cal Poly Humboldt was the first campus in the California State University system to offer a stand-alone major in Native American Studies.

Cal Poly Humboldt is committed to enriching its educational environment and its culture through the diversity of its staff, faculty, and administration. Persons with interest and experience in helping organizations set and achieve goals relative to diversity and inclusion are especially encouraged to apply.

Working in thestateof California is a condition of employment for this position. Even if part or all of an employee's assignment can be performed remotely, the employee must maintain a permanent residence in thestateof California. The employee must be able to accept on-campus work assignment, as assigned, and come to campuswhen needed.

CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measure established by each campus. The systemwide policy can be found at CSU Vaccination Policy and any questions you have may be submitted to [e-mail] .

Cal Poly Humboldt hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. This position may be considered a “Campus Security Authority”, pursuant to the Clery Act, and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1107 a condition of employment.

CAL POLY HUMBOLDT IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS (e.g. H1-B VISAS)

Evidence of required degree(s), certification(s), or license(s) is required prior to the appointment date. Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check, employment verification, and education verification) is required for employment. Cal Poly Humboldt will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or if it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Certain positions may also require a credit check, motor vehicle report, and/or fingerprinting through Live Scan service. Failure to satisfactorily complete or adverse findings from a background check may affect the employment status of candidates or continued employment of current CSU employees who are being considered for the position.

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, the Cal Poly Humboldt provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly Humboldt complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. Cal Poly Humboldt is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly Humboldt, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Additionally, all CSU staff and faculty receive training annually on their obligations in responding to and reporting incidents of sexual harassment and sexual violence. You will be notified by email when you are required to take this mandated training.

Class Code: 1617
Publication Date: 05/05/2026

Advertised: May 05 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
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