What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Specialist position at University of Northern Iowa?
Join UNI's growing Nursing program as a Laboratory Specialist with the Nursing & Public Health academic department on campus.
Manages classroom and simulation laboratory preparation to ensure proper setup of equipment and availability of supplies for nursing instructional laboratories; collaborates with faculty on the development and implementation of laboratory and simulation learning activities; provides technical assistance to nursing faculty and students, including preparation and maintenance of simulation equipment, task trainers, clinical supplies, and instructional technologies; assists faculty during laboratory and simulation experiences; orders supplies needed for teaching; works to ensure departmental compliance with safety and infection prevention protocols; keeps records and cares for departmental assets; and supervises student employees.
Required Minimum Qualifications: Associate's degree in nursing, biology, health sciences, or a related field; and demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, technology, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in nursing, biology, health sciences, or a related field; current healthcare certification or licensure (e.g., RN, LPN, EMT, Paramedic, Medical Assistant, Medical Laboratory Technician, or similar); experience in patient care, nursing skills laboratories, simulation, or healthcare education; and experience with simulation technologies, instructional equipment, electronic health record systems, audiovisual technologies, and inventory management.
All application materials must be submitted by September 13, 2026, to be considered for this position.
UNI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by federal and/or state law.