Laboratory Stockroom Coordinator

Oakland University; Rochester, Northern (MI, KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakland University is recruiting for a Laboratory Coordinator to oversee departmental instructional laboratories on campus, with a full-time schedule and occasional outdoor duties. The position may require nights or weekends and some work at satellite sites like LORACS and BioPreserve.

Responsibilities include preparing solutions, setting up weekly experiments, ordering stockroom supplies, and keeping equipment and facilities in proper working condition while adhering to safety and biosafety

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with some lab experience demonstrating mastery of standard methods.
• Knowledge of scientific equipment used in teaching and routine preparation.
• Ability to establish and maintain up-to-date inventory records.
• Ability to interact effectively with the public, students, faculty and staff.
• Must be comfortable outdoors in varying weather conditions and may be exposed to dirt.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate laboratory activities including preparing solutions, setting up weekly experiments for all laboratory courses.
• Order stockroom supplies and ensure equipment and facilities are in proper working condition.
• Ensure safety protocols, biosafety and hazardous waste compliance within the labs.
• Collaborate with faculty, students and community partners in the instructional labs.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree

Laboratory knowledge

Inventory management

Microsoft Office

Public interaction

Outdoor work

Google Suite

Education

Biology or Chemistry degree

Lab safety knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Benefits of Working at Oakland University

This position is an Oakland University Professional Support Association- MEA / NEA position. The incumbent will be represented by the MEA / NEA . This position will remain open a minimum of five (5) working days. External applicants may be considered. Qualified bargaining unit members will receive interviews and initial consideration.

Employee Group/Grade

Employee Group/Grade C-9

Job Category

Work Schedule

Work Schedule FT/Reg (40 hours)

Shift/Days

This is a full-time position working on campus with limited remote, occasional nights and weekends may be necessary. Occasional work location at LORACS and BioPreserve.

Pay Schedule

Pay Schedule Month

Number of Hrs./Wk.

Number of Hrs./Wk. 40hr/wk

Position Information

Position Information

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent training and some experience in a specific discipline such that mastery of standard methods, procedures, terminology and techniques can be demonstrated and adapted to the laboratory setting.
• Knowledge of “scientific equipment” used in teaching and routine preparation.
• Ability to establish and maintain up-to-date inventory records.
• Ability to effectively interact with the public, students, faculty and staff.
• Must be comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions and may be exposed to dirt and/or mud.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or equivalent combination of education and experience in Biological Science or Chemistry with knowledge of laboratory safety, biosafety and hazardous waste protocols.

All Qualifications

Unless otherwise required by an applicable collective bargaining agreement, all minimum, additional and desired qualifications are preferred, but qualifications, degrees, and/or experience deemed comparable and/or equivalent by Oakland University in its sole and exclusive discretion may be considered.

Must be well organized, able to prioritize, self‑motivated, and work collaboratively with faculty, students, and community partners.

Position Purpose

To be responsible for all of the departmental instructional laboratories. Coordinate laboratory activities including preparing solutions, setting up weekly experiments for all laboratory courses, ordering stockroom supplies, and ensuring that the equipment and facilities are in proper working condition.

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 08/07/2026

Job Close Date

Position Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a member of the Oakland University Professional Support Association-MEA/NEA?
  • Yes
  • No
  • No Response
• * Describe your experience with instructional laboratory courses.

  (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Optional Documents

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