Supv,Teaching Lab - Organic Chemistry

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Tuition remission

Dependent education programs

Job summary

The University of New Mexico in Albuquerque seeks a Supervisor of the Organic Chemistry Teaching Laboratories to oversee lab prep, safety, and TA supervision. This full‑time role coordinates course activities, supervises up to 15 teaching assistants, and ensures compliance with laboratory safety standards.

The position starts January 2027, with pay dependent on education and experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, tuition remission, and dependent education programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Responsibilities

• Lab prep/technician for up to 23 sections of Organic Chemistry Lab
• Supervise and train up to 15 lab TAs per semester
• Act as course coordinator
• Ensure safety procedures are being followed in classrooms
• Equipment and supply management
• Potential to supervise other teaching lab technician as necessitated by course enrollment
• See UNM Job description for further responsibilities

Skills

Lab supervision

Safety procedures

Communication

Training

Equipment knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree in Chemistry

Job description

Position Summary

The Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology seeks an efficient, knowledgeable professional to act as the Supervisor of the Organic Chemistry Teaching Laboratories. The ideal candidate will have knowledge regarding the scientific processes and safety considerations related to working in Organic Chemistry Lab, and will be able to perform with little supervision, multi-task, and be reliable.

The Supervisor of Teaching Labs is a position that will primarily work four 10 hr shifts Monday-Thursday. This may be changed based on staffing and when classes are not in session. This position will be responsible for the following:

• Lab prep/technician for up to 23 sections of Organic Chemistry Lab
• Supervise and train up to 15 lab TAs per semester
• Act as course coordinator
• Ensure safety procedures are being followed in classrooms
• Equipment and supply management
• Potential to supervise other teaching lab technician as necessitated by course enrollment
• See UNM Job description for further responsibilities

This position will start in January 2027 and will be trained fully before working independently.

Salary will be dependent on education and experience.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Advanced degree in Chemistry or related field
2. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
3. Knowledge of the use and maintenance of laboratory facilities and/or equipment.
4. Knowledge of chemical, hazardous waste, industrial hygiene, and/or environmental health standards.
5. Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.

Campus

Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department

Chemistry Department (889A)

Employment Type

Staff

Staff Type

Regular - Full-Time

Status

Non-Exempt

Pay

Hourly: $22.40 - $31.46 depending on education and experience

Benefits Eligible

This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement

As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required

Yes

For Best Consideration Date

11/2/2026

Eligible for Remote Work

No

Eligible for Remote Work Statement

Not a Remote position.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.