Part-Time Instructional Lab Manager — Science Lab Ops

Pacific-Ridge-School; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Pacific Ridge School is seeking a part-time Instructional Lab Manager to support middle and upper school science labs. You will organize, set up, and clean equipment, prepare materials, and assist teachers during lab activities to ensure safe and effective hands-on learning.

Responsibilities include maintaining inventory, troubleshooting equipment, and creating lab kits. Strong communication and a willingness to learn new procedures are essential in this collaborative role.

Qualifications

• Background in science and laboratory work or related education.
• Ability to learn new procedures and equipment.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setup and cleanup of lab activities across Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Science.
• Prepare solutions, equipment, and waste disposal following safety standards.
• Maintain organization and inventory of lab storerooms and supplies.
• Create lab kits for teachers to deploy efficiently.
• Test and troubleshoot student experiments under supervision.

Skills

Lab equipment maintenance

Safety protocols

Laboratory organization

Communication skills

Troubleshooting lab equipment

Education

Science degree or related field

Secondary science education experience

Tools

pH meters

Centrifuge

Spectrophotometer

Job description

Pacific Ridge School is seeking a part-time Instructional Lab Manager to support middle and upper school science labs. You will organize, set up, and clean equipment, prepare materials, and assist teachers during lab activities to ensure safe and effective hands-on learning.

Responsibilities include maintaining inventory, troubleshooting equipment, and creating lab kits. Strong communication and a willingness to learn new procedures are essential in this collaborative role.