Lecturer/Lab Coordinator

Asmcareerconnections; Johnson City (TN); Presencial; USD 48 000 - 70 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

East Tennessee State University in Johnson City seeks a Lecturer/Lab Coordinator for the College of Public Health – Department of Biomedical Health Sciences to teach Introduction to Microbiology and manage microbiology labs.

The role includes lab setup/cleanup, media and reagent preparation, equipment maintenance, and supervision of students and staff. A strong background in microbiology and aseptic technique is required; MS in Microbiology or Biological Sciences is expected, PhD preferred.

Qualificações

• M.S. in Microbiology or Biological Sciences required; PhD preferred.
• Undergraduate teaching experience preferred.
• Proficiency with lab equipment, aseptic technique, and computer tools.

Responsabilidades

• Teach Introduction to Microbiology.
• Coordinate laboratories for multiple microbiology and biochemistry courses.
• Lab setup, cleanup, media, microorganisms, and solution prep.
• Maintain and order equipment/chemicals/supplies.
• Supervise undergraduate/graduate students and staff; support faculty research.

Conhecimentos

Aseptic technique

Lab equipment handling

Computers (Word, spreadsheets)

Organization & teamwork

Formação académica

M.S. in Microbiology or Biological Sciences

PhD preferred

Undergraduate teaching experience preferred

Ferramentas

Laboratory equipment

Descrição da oferta de emprego

College of Public Health – Department of Biomedical Health Sciences- Lecturer/ Laboratory Coordinator Level 7- 251610

The Lecturer/Lab Coordinator will be responsible for teaching Introduction to Microbiology. Other essential functions include being responsible for coordinating the laboratories for Introduction to Microbiology, General Microbiology, Bacterial Physiology, Pathogenic Microbiology, and Biochemistry. Duties include lab setup, lab cleanup, preparation of media, microorganisms, and solutions, as well as maintenance and ordering of equipment/chemicals/supplies and other materials as needed. Providing support to the other teaching needs of the department will be required. In addition, training and supervision of undergraduate/graduate students and staff is required. This position also serves as support to faculty performing research in the Department of Biomedical Health Sciences. Other duties may be assigned as deemed necessary. Qualifications: M.S. in Microbiology or Biological Sciences, with PhD preferred. Undergraduate teaching experience preferred. GA teaching experience will be considered. The successful applicant will be proficient with a variety of laboratory research equipment and procedures. High proficiency in aseptic technique as well as proficiency with computers, esp. word processors and spreadsheet programs, is required. Good organization skills and the ability to work well with others and are required.

University Overview – East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement.

The successful applicant will be proficient with a variety of laboratory research equipment and procedures. High proficiency in aseptic technique as well as proficiency with computers, esp. word processors and spreadsheet programs, is required. Good organization skills and the ability to work well with others and are required.