Teaching Lab Operations & Safety Lead

Usmd; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 78,400 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland College Park seeks an Instructional Laboratory Manager to run two teaching lab stockrooms, train staff, and supervise technicians. You will handle procurement, inventory, and safety compliance to support 3500 students per semester.

Expertise in lab operations, safety regulations, and staff leadership is essential. The role emphasizes process improvements and cross-building coordination in a dynamic academic setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Three years of experience in laboratory or waste management.
• One year of experience leading or supervising professional staff.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the teaching laboratory stockrooms in two buildings.
• Train and supervise staff, including coordinators and technicians.
• Manage purchasing of chemicals, glassware, equipment, and expendables; obtain vendor quotes.
• Ensure safety compliance, waste management, and inventory accuracy.

Skills

Leadership

Laboratory safety

Waste management

Vendor management

Communication

Microsoft Office / Google Workspace

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Inventory management systems

Vendor quotes management

Job description

University of Maryland College Park seeks an Instructional Laboratory Manager to run two teaching lab stockrooms, train staff, and supervise technicians. You will handle procurement, inventory, and safety compliance to support 3500 students per semester.

Expertise in lab operations, safety regulations, and staff leadership is essential. The role emphasizes process improvements and cross-building coordination in a dynamic academic setting.