Laboratory Coordinator - College Of Health Sciences

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Lab Coordinator will report to the Director of Pre-Clinical Medicine and Teaching Labs and Lab Coordinator on all aspects of the management and maintaining the operation of the teaching labs used for undergraduate programs.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Administrative Coordination:

• Maintain laboratory schedules in coordination with academic staff and timetabling teams.

• Track and update inventory records, equipment logs, and maintenance schedules.

• Assist in the documentation and preparation of standard operating procedures (SOPs), risk assessments, and compliance reports.

• Coordinate internal communication related to lab usage, access, and safety protocols.

2. Procurement and Inventory Management:

• Monitor stock levels of consumables, chemicals, instruments, and other lab resources.

• Liaise with vendors and suppliers to obtain quotations, place orders, and ensure timely delivery.

• Maintain accurate procurement records, including purchase orders, invoices, and supplier correspondence and ensure timely payment to vendors.

3. Laboratory Setup and Support:

• Assist in the preparation and setup of lab stations and equipment for practical teaching sessions.

• Ensure availability and functionality of lab tools, models, and teaching aids before each session.

• Provide basic technical support during lab sessions and assist with troubleshooting equipment issues.

4. Other miscellaneous, lab-related tasks assigned by the supervisor.

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in basic/biomedical science.

• At least one year of working in wet laboratory or related experience and/or training including academic experience.

• Be a team player with can-do attitude.

• Must be able to follow instructions and procedures pertaining to the task at hand.

• Must be familiar with Windows, MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

• Ensures health and safety protocols are in place.

• Excellent verbal and written skills required.