INSTRUCTIONAL LABORATORY COORD-SPECIALIST-CAS

INSTRUCTIONAL LABORATORY COORD-SPECIALIST-CAS-(T229220)

Description

INSTRUCTIONAL LABORATORY COORD-SPECIALIST-CAS

The University of Alabama at Birmingham

General Responsibilities :

To teach and coordinate upper-level chemistry laboratory courses, including direct instruction, grading, and curriculum development in collaboration with faculty. To prepare syllabi, manage course content on Canvas, and develop instructional materials to ensure alignment between lecture and lab experiences. To oversee stockroom operations, chemical inventory, and technical logistics for advanced lab courses. To support training of graduate and undergraduate teaching assistants and students in the use of specialized instrumentation such as NMR, FTIR, and GC-MS.

Key Duties & Responsibilities :

Teaches laboratory sessions in selected laboratory sequences, primarily upper-level instructional labs. Provides direct laboratory instruction for all upper division laboratory classes in the Department of Chemistry.

Prepares course syllabi for all assigned laboratory sequences. Develops and manages the course Canvas pages for all sections, including updates to shared content for the online sections of the introductory labs.

Performs weekly stockroom preparation for each course and manages ordering and tracking of chemical inventory associated with the courses.

Coordinates the technical and administrative operation of all upper division laboratories in the Chemistry Department, under the direction of faculty coordinators.

Prepares instructional materials for weekly laboratory sessions. Closely collaborates with Chemistry faculty in curricular development.

Maintains knowledge of relevant instructional content for advanced studies in upper-level chemistry courses.

Prepares, administers, and grades examinations and quizzes for assigned laboratories. Teaches selected laboratories and submitting student course grades. Develops innovative and relevant laboratory experiences as well as ensure lecture and laboratory content coordination.

Assists with training of graduate students on the use of instrumentation used in the laboratory courses including NMR, FTIR, GC-MS, ICP-OES, and UV-vis.

Assists with training of graduate and undergraduate teaching assistants in the upper-level courses using instructional methods appropriate for advanced studies in physical / inorganic / analytical chemistry.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Pay Range : $50,050 – $81,330

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements :

Bachelor's degree in a related field and one (1) year of related experience. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

UAB Benefits :

UAB offers a robust state-funded pension plan through the Alabama Teacher's Retirement System and additional RSA benefits. We also provide parental leave, and exclusive discounts on tickets for various cultural and entertainment events. Visit UAB’s Benefits webpage at for a comprehensive list of eligible Benefits.

Primary Location

University

Job Category

Other

Organization

480400000 Chemistry

Employee Status

RegularShift : Day / 1st ShiftWork Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department / hiring manager) : OnsiteEqual Opportunity Statement : UAB is an Equal Employment / Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu / titleix.