About The Department of Biological Sciences

The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Cincinnati invites applications for a Senior Lab Associate staff position who will provide support activities related to the research and/or teaching missions of the Department of Biological Sciences. The Senior Lab Associate will administer the operational policies and procedures of designated laboratories and the integration of these lab activities with community needs. These needs include organizing, prepping, and assisting with the first year and Cell Biology instructional labs. Coordination of these laboratories with the lecture instructors of these labs and expected interactions with graduate students and/or adjunct faculty.

Job Overview

Ordering and maintaining supplies and equipment. Preparing all lab materials needed for multiple teaching lab rooms. Setting up and breaking down equipment and experiments as well as restocking supplies for individual lab sections. Washing glassware and cleaning benches. Preparing reagents, chemical solutions, and culture media according to standard formulas. Opening and sorting laboratory specimen packages that contain plants and/or animals. Maintaining living specimens: including, but not limited to bean beetles, planaria, termites, crickets, and drosophila. Managing an inventory system of all lab supplies and special equipment. Budgeting allocated resources and funds for academic year. Occasional instruction for a lab meeting may be required. Additional courses may require occasional assistance on a case-by-case basis. The Senior Lab Associate must have a working knowledge of biology/cell biology/ecology and evolution and genetics. An understanding of chemical properties and hazards, DNA extraction and/or isolation, aseptic techniques, and proper use of biology-related/molecular or cell biology equipment such as balances, pH meters, spectrophotometers, autoclaves, centrifuges, and thermal cyclers . The position is a full-time, 12-month staff position and requires flexibility throughout the work week, including some laboratory work over the weekends. Job description is subject to change according to the needs of the Department. 

Essential Functions

• Provide training, supervision and assistance to students and/or researchers regarding the use of lab or lab equipment.
• Provide support for research and/or teaching needs of faculty. Develop and distribute handouts, manuals and documentation to students and faculty.
• Coordinate the integration of community needs with lab activities.
• Set-up, troubleshoot and supervise the use of lab equipment and/or experiments.
• Maintain supplies and equipment inventory and/or quality control activity. Order supplies/equipment as needed.
• Develop and implement safety programs.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• Associate’s Degree
• Four (4) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Experience

Two (2) years of experience in an area of technical specialty.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Bachelor’s (B.S.) degree in Biology or Chemistry with three (3) years of relevant experience or Associate’s (A.S.) degree in Biology or Chemistry with five (5) years of relevant experience   . Relevant experience: lab prep, teaching, relevant coursework (like the courses mentioned above), purchase and order, budget management, and record keeping experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 
• Strong demonstrated organizational skills
• Strong demonstrated organizational skills
• Ability to work independently
• Familiar with Canvas Learning Management System   
• Familiar with SAP and CONCUR
• Lab skills (e.g., making chemical solutions, living specimen preparations)
• Strong attention to detail

Application Process Information

• To apply, submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae (CV) listing three references.
• For additional information, please contact the chair or co-chair of the search committee, Dr. LaSharon Mosley (mosleyln@ucmail.uc.edu) or Julie Stacey (staceyjm@ucmail.uc.edu)
• Review of applications will begin June 27th, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.

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