Lab Curriculum Lead — Molecular and Cell Biology Labs

Harvard University; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plans with university match

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Harvard University is seeking a Lab Curriculum Coordinator I to support undergraduate biology labs across multiple courses. You will prepare reagents, manage equipment, and assist instructors while ensuring a safe learning environment.

This full-time onsite role collaborates with the Biology Teaching Laboratories team and reports to the lab manager. The position emphasizes lab safety, accurate calculations, and the ability to troubleshoot procedures in a teaching setting.

Qualifications

• College background required with at least one year of lab experience.
• Knowledge of lab techniques.
• Bachelor’s degree in Biology or related field preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to perform calculations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reagents, media, and cultures per approved protocols.
• Set up and maintain scientific equipment (microscopes, computers, and audio/visual tools).
• Assist instructors and act as lab safety officer.
• Order supplies and manage lab inventories.
• Maintain clean lab classrooms and proper storage of components/equipment.
• Support multiple courses and coordinate with instructors.

Skills

Lab techniques

Independent judgment

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology

Tools

Microscopes

Autoclave

Job description

Harvard University is seeking a Lab Curriculum Coordinator I to support undergraduate biology labs across multiple courses. You will prepare reagents, manage equipment, and assist instructors while ensuring a safe learning environment.

This full-time onsite role collaborates with the Biology Teaching Laboratories team and reports to the lab manager. The position emphasizes lab safety, accurate calculations, and the ability to troubleshoot procedures in a teaching setting.