Coordinator of Undergraduate Laboratories, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences | University of Illinois - Chicago Job at University of Illinois - Chicago, Chicago, IL

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  • University of Illinois - Chicago
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Coordinator of Undergraduate Laboratories, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences

Coordinator of Undergraduate Laboratories, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences

Hiring Department : Earth & Environmental Sciences

Location : Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID : 1028703

Posting Close Date : January 31, 2025

Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $60,000-$75,000.

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent 'Best Colleges' rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

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Position Summary
This position is responsible for coordinating activities and identifying new appropriate experiments for undergraduate Earth and Environmental Sciences instructional laboratories, primarily at the introductory level, including laboratory set-up, support and maintenance.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Recommend, implement and oversee the set-up of laboratory tests and experiments for undergraduate instructional laboratories in earth and environmental sciences.
  • Design, develop, construct and demonstrate equipment needed for teaching laboratories.
  • Maintain, modify and provide teaching laboratory manuals and equipment including instructional and safety materials.
  • Train Teaching Assistants on conducting instructional labs with students and in teaching practices.
  • Develop and coordinate instructional field trips for students; develop instructional materials and identify new locations.
  • Evaluate need for new equipment, make recommendations and advise on procurement process.
  • Evaluate laboratory equipment, examine and document performance.
  • Oversee the procurement of laboratory equipment, specimens and supplies.
  • Train faculty and students on proper procedures and lab safety.
  • Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
  • Plan, assign and review work of staff to ensure that group objectives are met. Hire, train, develop and manage staff to ensure that a qualified staff exists to meet group objectives.
  • Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Undergraduate and advanced degree in Geoscience, Earth and Environmental Science or Geoscience Education required.
A minimum of one year of previous teaching experience (as teacher or teaching assistant) in high school, and/or college/university setting required.
Experience in laboratory work and knowledge of safety rules and procedures.
Knowledge of geology, chemistry, physics and biology.
Knowledge of educational practices.
Knowledge of basic mechanical and electrical repair procedures; maintenance and repair procedures for polarized light microscopes.

Preferred Qualifications

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About University of Illinois - Chicago

The University of Illinois Chicago is the city’s largest university and its only public Carnegie Research 1 institution. Its 16 academic colleges serve close to 34,000 undergraduate, graduate and professional students. UIC is recognized as one of the best public universities and one of the most ethnically rich and culturally diverse campuses in the nation, located in the heart of Chicago, it is an integral part of the city's educational, technological and cultural fabric.

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