Junior Lecturer/Lab Manager

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University of Maryland

Location: College Park, Maryland
Category: Faculty-Engineering-Other Engineering
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Job Description

Position Number:

922411

Title:

Junior Lecturer/Lab Manager

Functional Title:

Junior Lecturer/Lab Manager

Category Status:

15-Fac.Non-Tenured,Continuing Con

Applicant Search Category:

Faculty

University Authorized FTE:

1.00

Unit:

CMNS-College of Computer, Math & Natural Sciences

Hiring Range Minimum:

$60,000

Hiring Range Maximum:

$75,000

Campus/College Information:

Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.

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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:

The Biological Sciences program at the University of Maryland, College Park, is searching for a Junior Lecturer/Lab Manager to support a large enrollment (>1000 students/year) introductory biology laboratory course (BSCI171, Principles of Molecular and Cellular Biology Laboratory). The Junior Lecturer will also teach one laboratory section of the course every semester and in the summer. This fulltime, 12-month position includes a full benefits package.

Lab Support Responsibilities include:

Preparing and maintaining laboratory stock solutions and cultures for experiments
Setting up the lab classrooms each week
Supervising and managing prep TAs
Developing and maintaining the prep manual for the course
Testing and perfecting new laboratory exercises for the course
Assisting the lab coordinator in maintaining and updating lab documents
ordering lab supplies
General maintenance of lab equipment
Managing the inventory of lab supplies
Establishing and maintaining compliance with university, state, and federal safety laws
Managing the university online learning management system

Teaching Responsibilities include:

Teaching one section of the lab course each semester and in the summer
Maintaining attendance records
Grading assignments
Being available for office hours for students

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in biology or a related field

Experience:

At least 1 year of laboratory research experience
Experience teaching or tutoring college level molecular and cellular biology

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Proficient at basic experimental design, laboratory skills, and data analysis
Excellent organization and communication skills

Preferences:

Preferences:

Master’s or Ph.D. Degree in molecular and/or cellular biology
Research experience in molecular biology and/or cell biology
Experience managing classes in an online learning management system (Canvas)
Experience managing student workers

Posting Date:

09/22/2023

Open Until Filled

Yes

Best Consideration Date

10/06/2023

Diversity Statement:

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Women, minorities, LGBTQ+, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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