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

Competition Number:
144E25
Position Type:
Staff Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Department of Biology
Position:
MTS Level 7 - Laboratory Coordinator
Contract:
Full-Time Permanent 10-Month Position
Hours of Work:
37.5 hours per week
Salary:

$67,847 to $74,483 per annum, prorated to ten (10) month term, as per CUPE 1870

The Department of Biology of the 海角社区 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
Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, 海角社区, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.

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