Biology Laboratory Coordinator

La Sierra University seeks a Laboratory Coordinator to provide a wide variety of operational, research and administrative laboratory support services for the Biology Department. This includes the preparation for a smooth running of assigned laboratories each week. The ideal candidate will enhance and follow specific processes and procedures to maximize the efficiencies of the academic courses or research activities conducted in the laboratory, and ensure the correct functioning of facilities and equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for scheduling, training, coaching and mentoring all Teaching Assistants for all sections of
  the laboratory course. Supervises and evaluates TA’s for the laboratories. Ensures that TA’s set up,
  implement and tear down all lab sessions. Ensures that teaching assistants are properly guiding and
  assisting students. Meets with lab TA’s on a weekly basis during the school year and prepares for that
  week’s Recommends hiring and rehiring of Teaching Assistants for the laboratories.
• Assists faculty with designing and implementing course laboratory experiments and projects. Fully
  coordinates lab experiments in support of the related course instructors. Responsible for the safety of
  the students and teaching assistants in the lab environment.
• Provides formal lab instruction as needed. Prepares and coordinates lab quizzes and keeps record of all
  lab grades.
• Provides support and assistance related to facilities and equipment issues and repairs.
• Develops and implements policies, procedures and standards for lab operations to ensure the efficiency,
  effectiveness and quality control of the teaching laboratory and compliance with federal, state and
  university regulations and standards.
• Coordinates the operational activities in instructional laboratories providing support services to faculty,
  students and technicians. Coordinates the ordering, inventory, storage and maintenance of supplies, lab
  ware and instruments essential to the operation of course labs. Other duties as assigned by the
  department chair.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Biology or related discipline, or equivalent experience and professional certifications; two
to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Ability:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures,
or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability
to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the
general public.

Math Ability:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages,
area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited
standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or
schedule form.

Computer Skills:
Expertise in Microsoft Office. Ability to use commonly available biology software and course management
systems.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Ability to manage and supervise student workers.

Work Environment: 
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while
performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock and
vibration, extreme cold and heat, as well as numerous chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is
usually moderate. Protective equipment is required.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the
employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to manipulate & operate equipment, handle, or feel; and
verbally communicate and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms;
occasionally climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Additional Demands: 
Requires the exercise of independent judgment and discretion. Must have good technical skills with general
scientific instruments, computer hardware, organization and knowledge of good practices in disposal of
chemicals. Ability to understand the importance of and uphold confidentiality regarding student records and
information shared in faculty meetings. Must have strong attention to detail and follow-through skills.

Wage Range: $20.38 to $23.50, plus generous benefits.