Lecturer/ Laboratory Coordinator

ETSU Research Corporation; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

ETSU Research Corporation invites applications for a Lecturer/Lab Coordinator in the College of Public Health, Department of Biomedical Health Sciences. The role focuses on teaching Introduction to Microbiology and coordinating multiple microbiology laboratories.

The candidate will set up and maintain lab spaces, prepare media and solutions, order equipment and supplies, and supervise undergraduate and graduate students. Collaboration with faculty on research will also be part of the position.

Qualifications

• M.S. in Microbiology or Biological Sciences; PhD preferred.
• Undergraduate teaching experience preferred.
• GA teaching experience will be considered.
• Proficient with laboratory research equipment and procedures.
• High proficiency in aseptic technique; strong computer skills.
• Good organizational skills and ability to work with others.

Responsibilities

• Teach Introduction to Microbiology.
• Coordinate labs for Introduction to Microbiology, General Microbiology, Bacterial Physiology, Pathogenic Microbiology, and Biochemistry.
• Lab setup, cleanup, preparation of media, microorganisms, and solutions.
• Maintenance and ordering of equipment/chemicals/supplies; other materials as needed.
• Provide support to faculty research in the Department of Biomedical Health Sciences.
• Train and supervise undergraduate/graduate students and staff.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Lab coordination

Organizational skills

Education

M.S. in Microbiology or Biological Sciences

PhD preferred

Tools

Laboratory equipment proficiency

Job description

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

Responsibilities

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

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.