School of Applied Health Lab Coordinator

Humboldt State University; Arcata (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Humboldt State University is seeking a Lab Coordinator for the School of Applied Health to oversee Human Performance and Biomechanics laboratories. This position entails operating lab equipment, providing technical support to faculty and students, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should possess experience in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or a related field. Strong organizational and communication skills, along with the ability to maintain lab records and provide training are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience providing instructional support services in a related field.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain.
• Experience with laboratory safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the Human Performance and Biomechanics laboratories.
• Ensure all equipment is operational and safe.
• Coordinate equipment checkouts with faculty and students.

Skills

Communication with diverse population

Equipment maintenance

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or related field

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

School of Applied Health Lab Coordinator

Job number: 556484
Work type: Staff
Location: Humboldt
Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Probationary, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Position Summary: Under the direction of the Dean, the Lab Coordinator will operate and maintain the Human Performance and Biomechanics laboratories to support teaching, research and community-based testing in accordance with NSCA, ACSM and OSHA standards. The position will also provide technical, administrative, and operational support to faculty, students and external clients to ensure safe, accurate, and effective use of laboratory facilities and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• 30% Support the smooth operations of the Lab and maintain equipment in accordance with NSCA, ACSM and OSHA standards; equipment maintenance (including but not limited to calibration, cleaning, programming, troubleshooting with the manufacturer); ensure all equipment is operational and safe.
• 20% Provide support to faculty and students by ensuring all equipment is in working order and helping to troubleshoot equipment and/or methodological issues related to the use of the lab.
• 10% Equipment Checkout: Coordinate checkouts with faculty and graduate students, verify that users are properly trained, confirm equipment is in working order before release and upon return, and repair or request replacement of equipment as needed. Supply management—maintain a continuous inventory of all items in the labs, submit order requests for consumable parts as needed, stocking and organization of equipment. Coordinates and oversees equipment delivery, relocation, and disposal following university policies and procedures.
• 10% Maintains a logical, conflict-free Lab calendar, provides training on its use, and enables users to schedule their own time. Verifies and logs certifications and training completed by lab users as necessitated by their respective role. Coordinate and schedule general lab training; provide lab orientations and safety briefings at least once per semester.
• 10% Monitor and promptly respond to emails and phone calls from people looking to schedule services/asking questions about the services. Add voicemail announcements and auto‑reply messages to email each semester including lab hours.
• 10% Support paid community testing including exercise tests and supporting students in performing tests/assessments in classes.
• 5% Other Duties as Assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles of performing support services; knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques related to the discipline and the curriculum; knowledge of the materials and supplies in the curriculum and their uses.
• Ability to plan, organize, and schedule activities; ability to operate technical equipment related to the discipline; ability to maintain records; ability to adjust and perform simple maintenance of technical and scientific equipment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with a diverse population.
• Demonstrated experience supporting the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory and/or clinical equipment used in human performance, biomechanics, or physiology assessment (e.g., motion analysis systems, force measurement devices, physiological monitoring equipment, and related instrumentation).
• Experience collecting, managing, and analyzing biomechanical and/or physiological data using standard data acquisition and analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python, or comparable software platforms).
• Knowledge of laboratory safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage scheduling systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical equipment and data acquisition systems.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, and community partners.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Equivalent to three years of experience providing instructional support services for a related unit or discipline, or in producing materials or supplies or repairing equipment in a discipline related to Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Human Performance, or a closely related field.
• Equivalent to two years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Human Performance, or a closely related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
• Equivalent to four years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Human Performance, or a closely related field may be substituted for two years of the required experience.
• Current certification in CPR and First Aid, or the ability to obtain and maintain certification within a specified timeframe.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Human Performance, or a closely related field.
• NSCA Certified Performance & Sport Scientist (CPSS).
• NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS).
• ACSM Exercise Physiologist or Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist certification.
• College-level teaching or laboratory instruction experience.
• Experience mentoring undergraduate and graduate students in research or community service.
• Experience in fall risk assessment, gait analysis, stress testing, resistance training program design, and exercise prescription.
• Experience with health screening, risk classification, and clinical event coordination.

Application Procedure

To apply, qualified candidates must electronically submit the following materials:

• Letter of Interest
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for at least three supervisory references

Application Deadline

The deadline to submit application materials for the first review is 11:55 p.m. on Monday, August 24, 2026.

EEO Statement

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly Humboldt provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Cal Poly Humboldt complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

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