Microbiology Lecturer & Lab Coordinator - Teaching & Research

Asmcareerconnections; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Lab equipment handling

Computers (Word, spreadsheets)

Organization & teamwork

Education

M.S. in Microbiology or Biological Sciences

PhD preferred

Undergraduate teaching experience preferred

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

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.