MTS Level 7 - Laboratory Coordinator - Department of Biology - Faculty of Science

The Department of Biology of the University of Prince Edward Island is seeking a Laboratory Coordinator to manage and instruct laboratory periods in field-related courses, that may include but are not limited to Environmental Biology (Bio 1010) and Ecology (Bio 2220) as well as tutorial-based courses that may include but are not limited to Genetics (Bio 2230/2240) and Research Methods and Communications (Bio 3310)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Organizing travel to field sites for laboratory activities
• Coordinating and instructing laboratory periods and tutorials. The coordinator is also responsible for all aspects of laboratory/tutorial assessments
• Interviewing, hiring, and supervising staff for multiple laboratory/tutorial sections
• Designing original educational materials to meet the instructional needs of the course(s)
• Assisting with other related duties as assigned by the course instructors or Chair of the Department

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science in Biology, with a strong background in ecology, genetics, and research methods and one year of related work experience
• Strong computer skills for data analysis and operation of equipment
• Master of Science would be a definite asset
• Excellent scientific communication skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Minimum one year experience instructing biology laboratory/tutorial periods