Laboratory Coordinator I

University of Central Florida; Orlando, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid time off

Retirement savings

Education assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

University of Central Florida’s Department of Chemistry seeks a Laboratory Coordinator I to support organic teaching labs. You will serve as the primary contact for lab operations, coordinating with IoR, GTAs, technicians, and stockroom staff to assure students have needed materials and equipment.

Responsibilities include syllabus prep, inventory management, safety compliance, and training GTAs. The role requires a relevant degree and offers full-time hours with a competitive hourly rate and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree and 0+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a closely related field.
• Foundational knowledge of organic chemistry theory, standard laboratory techniques, and common apparatus.
• Experience supporting teaching laboratories and training or guiding students or staff.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety standards, EHS protocols, and hazardous chemical handling.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with IoR to obtain syllabi, materials, and equipment lists for each semester.
• Maintain inventory levels and adapt lab experiments to curricular needs.
• Perform daily maintenance of teaching labs and stockroom for safety and functionality.
• Set up labs daily with chemicals, supplies, and functioning equipment; restock as needed.
• Lead pre-lab meetings with GTAs to review objectives, safety, and waste procedures.
• Provide hands-on training and support to GTAs; address recurring lab challenges.
• Handle and dispose of hazardous materials per safety regulations.
• Coordinate hazardous waste pickups with EHS and conduct periodic inspections.
• Work with Instrumentation Specialist for equipment training and maintenance.
• Develop user guides for instrumentation as needed.
• Ensure continuity of lab support during absences; mentor student assistants.
• Assist with special projects including lab decontamination and relocation of equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lab coordination

Inventory management

Safety compliance

GTA training

Troubleshooting equipment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Chemistry/Biochemistry degree

Tools

Rotary evaporators

FTIR

UV/Vis spectrophotometers

SOP documentation

Job description

Department of Chemistry:

Welcome to the UCF Department of Chemistry in beautiful and exciting Central Florida! We have a growing and diverse population of faculty and students carrying out research in five broad areas of study: materials, biochemistry, environmental chemistry, forensic chemistry, and chemistry education research. Our faculty collaborate with the National Center of Forensic Science, the Nanoscience and Technology Center, the College of Optics and Photonics, the College of Engineering and Computer Science and the College of Community Innovation and Education, thus preparing our students for complex problem solving in an interdisciplinary world.

The Opportunity

UCF's Chemistry Department with the College of Sciences is seeking a Laboratory Coordinator I to support our organic chemistry teaching labs. In this role, you will serve as the primary point of contact for lab operations, collaborating with Instructors of Record (IoR), graduate teaching assistants (GTAs), laboratory technicians, and stockroom assistants to ensure students have the materials and equipment needed to achieve their learning goals.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Instructors of Record (IoR) to obtain syllabi, materials, and equipment lists in preparation for each semester of instruction.

• Collaborate with instructors and colleagues to maintain inventory levels and adapt lab experiments or techniques as curricular needs evolve.

• Perform daily maintenance of teaching labs, preparation areas, and stockroom to ensure a safe and functional learning environment.

• Set up labs each day with appropriate chemicals, supplies, and functioning equipment; monitor stockroom inventory and restock and reorder as needed.

• Facilitate pre-lab meetings with graduate teaching assistants (GTAs) to review weekly lesson objectives, techniques, safety hazards, and waste disposal procedures prior to each lab session.

• Identify recurring lab challenges and establish best practices; provide hands‑on training and support to GTAs as needed.

• Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in compliance with applicable safety regulations.

• Coordinate hazardous waste pickups with Environmental Health & Safety; conduct periodic lab inspections to identify and resolve compliance issues.

• Coordinate with the Instrumentation Specialist to facilitate training and repair of scientific equipment; assist with troubleshooting and routine maintenance.

• Develop user guides for instrumentation as needed.

• Coordinate with colleagues to maintain continuity of teaching lab support during periods of absence.

• Provide training and task direction to student assistants as needed.

• Assist with special projects, including lab decontamination and relocation of equipment or materials.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree and 0+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a closely related field.

• Foundational knowledge of organic chemistry theory, standard laboratory techniques, and common apparatus such as rotary evaporators, FTIR, and UV/Vis spectrophotometers, gained in a professional, research, or instructional setting.

• Experience supporting teaching laboratories, including training or guiding students, graduate assistants, or support staff.

• Knowledge of laboratory safety standards, EHS protocols, and proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous chemicals.

• Experience maintaining laboratory inventories, stockroom organization, or instructional documentation such as SOPs or user guides.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

• The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $17.64 - $22.03 ($36,841 - $46,000 annually). The final rate will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.

• All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H‑1B transfers or employment‑based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.

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• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

• Retirement savings options

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions

• Education assistance

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Department

College of Sciences (COS) - Department of Chemistry

Work Schedule

40 hours per week during operating hours of Monday - Thursday, 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM and Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$17.64 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

09-28-2026-12-00-AM

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