Laboratory Coordinator

Date Posted: 09/26/2024
Req ID: 39887
Faculty/Division: University of Toronto Scarborough
Department: UTSC:Dept-Biological Sciences
Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)
Position Number: 00056378

Description:

About us:

The University of Toronto Scarborough is a place of energy, enthusiasm and passion. Our commitment to inclusive excellence attracts the brightest learners, scholars and employees from around the globe. Our success has been made possible by the opportunity given to us by our Indigenous hosts to operate on their territory, and we cherish our continuing partnerships with these communities. The University of Toronto Scarborough is an exciting campus with unlimited potential. Join us on our journey.

The department of Biological Sciences at the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) pursues detailed knowledge of the natural world, effective management of natural resources, novel technologies and medical techniques. The department of Biological Sciences is comprised of faculty who are innovative researchers and engaging teachers that make important contributions to society. The Department fosters research and teaching partnerships, along with Co-op programs to create exciting opportunities for hands-on learning and outstanding scholarship at the vibrant, diverse and expanding campus that is UTSC.

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members (Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.

Your opportunity:

Under the direction of the Laboratory Manager and relevant faculty, the Laboratory Coordinator will provide teaching support services for laboratory courses in genetics, molecular biology, cell biology, and physiology. The job will liaise with faculty, teaching assistants, laboratory technicians and undergraduate students to ensure the smooth delivery of high-quality laboratory exercises for our larger enrollment second- and third-year biology laboratory courses. The position will support faculty by making staff recommendations, collecting and submitting laboratory grades, and organizing and maintaining course content on a learning management system. Furthermore, this position will also advise on best practices when it comes to teaching and learning, as well as administrative processes and academic technologies. This position will provide support to enrolled undergraduate students by coordinating with appropriate campus offices when required, responding to routine enquiries, disseminating pertinent information, and enforcing course policies.

The incumbent will be an integral support to our biology laboratory courses, organizing all aspects of the delivery of the laboratory component of these courses, as well as working to resolve and troubleshoot issues to eliminate confusion and any disruption in these courses.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Acting as the first point of contact for general enquiries
• Organizing and maintaining course information on learning management system
• Supporting undergraduate students by coordinating with AccessAbility office, Academic Advising & Career Centre, and other campus and institutional offices.
• Collecting, organizing, and submitting grades
• Making recommendations based on best practices in teaching and learning in a laboratory environment
• Serving as a resource to others by providing guidance when necessary

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
• Minimum four years of related experience working in biology teaching in a university environment or similar setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and to coordinate all aspects of an undergraduate laboratory course and experience with administrative work.
• Experience working with large classes of undergraduate students and numerous teaching assistants.
• Strong proficiency using Microsoft products (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
• Must have the ability to exercise sound judgment.

Assets (Nonessential):

• Graduate degree in Biology considered a strong asset.
• Experience with laboratory teaching in subject areas of genetics, molecular biology, cell biology, and physiology.

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Adaptable
• Meticulous
• Organized
• Proactive
• Problem solver
• Self-directed

Notes:

• A full job description is available upon request from the UTSC HR Office.
• Evenings and weekends are required on an as needed basis to support delivery of laboratories. 

Closing Date: 10/04/2024, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW 
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing 
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:  
USW Pay Band 12 -- $79,874. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $102,147. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol. 
Job Category: Research Administration & Teaching
Lived Experience Statement

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.