Department: CAS Biology
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $56,000 - $61,000
Compensation Band: OS-OA05-Fiscal Year 2025-2026
FTE: 1.0

Application Review Begins

January 14, 2026; open until filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

A complete application should include:
1. A current resume/CV
2. A cover letter that demonstrates how your skills and experience meet the minimum qualifications and preferred qualifications for the position
3. Three (3) professional references with contact information

Department Summary

The Department of Biology at the University of Oregon offers expertise and research opportunities in a wide range of disciplines including neuroscience, genetics, cell and developmental biology, evolution, ecology, and marine biology. Our undergraduate curriculum provides an introductory overview into each of these areas and provides the opportunity for advanced training and specialization in particular areas through course work and research experience.

The research activities of the department are centered in four separate research institutes. These Institutes bring faculty from Biology and other departments with biological interests into contiguous lab space. The University supports interdepartmental connections among Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology and Human Physiology.

Position Summary

The Lab Coordinator is a high-level professional position with specialized expertise and technical skills that functions as a subject matter expert to facilitate Biology education at the undergraduate and graduate student level, in a unit serving over 1200 undergraduate majors and over 100 graduate students. This full-time, 12-month position has primary responsibility and broad authority for all aspects of the unit’s instructional lab prep, including the health, safety, equipment, and supply needs for the associated classes. The Lab Coordinator manages two lab prep work areas and eight Biology-owned classrooms, and supervises 8-12 student employees. The position responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests from a variety of constituents.

The position reports to the Department of Biology Curriculum Director, but works independently under minimal supervision to perform laboratory work, including developing, implementing, and troubleshooting lab exercises; setting up and maintaining equipment and supplies for Biology courses; collecting/ordering all materials and supplies needed for laboratories; and setting up weekly lab exercises in lab room. The position also assists in labs/discussions, acts as grader, supervises students in labs, attends lectures, prepares materials for classes, assists on field trips, and works closely with the instructor in preparation of class assignments and maintaining class lecture/lab schedules. As necessary, the position may act as an assistant to the instructor in Biology classes. If the employee is qualified and interested, and depending upon the department's curricular needs, the employee may be assigned as the instructor of record for Biology summer course(s).

The Lab Coordinator will make recommendations for the lab prep student employee budget, course fees, field trip fees, and instructional equipment. This position will have the authority and responsibility to make decisions related to the efficient operation of the Huestis and Klamath lab prep rooms, stockrooms, the biology-owned instructional classrooms, and the instructional lab experience.

The position may require work hours outside of the normal work week (i.e., evenings and Saturdays/Sundays).

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology or related field.

Professional Competencies

• Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff and students from a variety of diverse backgrounds.
• Advanced knowledge in Biology instructional lab preparation.
• Ability to work in complex frameworks, analyze and prioritize elevated levels of information and convert ideas and objectives into actions.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population.
• Ability to learn new skills quickly and adapt well to changes.
• Ability to assess situation independently and determine what steps are required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Laboratory teaching or laboratory preparation experience.

FLSA Exempt: Yes

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website.

The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112.

UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship, service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed here.

In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online.