Lab Coordinator/Instructor

Reinhardt University invites applications for a Lab Coordinator/Instructor. This is a 9-month contracted non-tenure track faculty position that will start in August, 2026. Primary duties include teaching up to 15 contact hours per year, coordinating and ordering for science labs, supervising work study students, and advising.

General Summary:

The College of Humanities, Sciences, and Technology at Reinhardt University invites applications for a Lab Coordinator/Instructor position to work on the main campus in support of the natural science areas. Appointment will begin August 2026.

This person will split their time between coordinating labs for Biology, Environmental Sciences, and Chemistry and the teaching and advising of undergraduate students. Teaching can be in any of these areas, depending on qualifications. These programs support the mission of the University, which is to educate the whole person with challenge and care. 

We seek a person with knowledge and teaching experience in either Biology, Environmental Sciences, or Chemistry. The ideal candidate will likely teach a variety of lower-level introductory courses.
 

Job Summary:

The Laboratory Coordinator will be responsible for managing multiple laboratory spaces, overseeing operations for lab courses, training work study students, and supervising undergraduate teaching assistants. The Coordinator will work closely with faculty to ensure that supplies are ordered and stocked in labs. The coordinator will oversee the maintenance of labs and equipment and will be responsible for various aspects of lab safety, including chemical storage and disposal. As supervisor of work study students, the Coordinator will facilitate weekly scheduling of these students to assist with lab set up and clean up as well as approve their hours.

As Instructor, he or she will teach up to 15 contact hours per year (undergraduate) on the main campus. Contact hours may come from either lecture or laboratory courses in the candidate’s area of expertise.

Applicants should be innovative and available teachers; excellence in the classroom is the primary focus of our institution and faculty evaluation. At the same time, we seek faculty who are interested in becoming involved in the university community.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain laboratory facilities and may supervise laboratory assistants
• Purchase laboratory supplies and equipment
• Ensure supplies, reagents, and solutions are available as required for lab sessions
• Serve as Laboratory Compliance Officer, ensuring all chemicals are appropriately labeled, inventory and storage location reports are updated, and current Safety Data Sheets are available.
• Manage hazardous waste collection and disposal for assigned areas in accordance with OSHA and other regulatory requirements
• Assist in development and implementation of safety policies and procedures
• Facilitate installation and maintenance of equipment including preventative maintenance, service contracts, and repairs in compliance with federal regulations
• Communicate regularly with faculty and department leadership

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
• Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
• Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
• Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

Applicants should possess:

• Strong skills for teaching at the introductory level
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching
• Excellent communication and organization skills
• A strong working knowledge of lab and chemical safety

Certifications/Licenses & Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s (M.S.) in biology, environmental science, or chemistry from a regionally accredited program with 18 graduate credits in one of these disciplines.
• Collegiate teaching experience with documentation of teaching success: Applicants should demonstrate a history of teaching introductory and upper-level coursework and should highlight relevant experiences.  
• A strong commitment to undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts environment. Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.

How to Apply:

Please include a one-page cover letter, current curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy and practices, graduate transcripts, and contacts for three professional references. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

For questions about this faculty opening please contact Dr. Zachary Felix, ZIF@reinhardt.edu

About Us:

Founded in 1883, Reinhardt University is focused on shaping lives and building futures. As a private comprehensive university grounded in the liberal arts and affiliated with the United Methodist Church, Reinhardt offers 43 graduate and undergraduate programs, ranging from biology, business and education to music, theatre, and creative writing. Reinhardt is located in Waleska, Georgia, 45 miles north of mid-town Atlanta. The University enrolls approximately 1,400 students.

Reinhardt University is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/M/V/H/V). The University respects the essential dignity of all individuals and is committed to providing equal access to and support for education and employment opportunities. Reinhardt does not discriminate in any of its policies, programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, age, culture, national origin, socioeconomic status, veteran’s status, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, religious belief, physical (dis)ability, political affiliation, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. All persons involved in the operations of the University are prohibited from engaging in such discrimination. Direct inquiries regarding the equal opportunity and non-discrimination policy to: Director of Human Resources, Reinhardt University, 7300 Reinhardt Circle, Waleska, GA 30183, 770-720-9146.