Laboratory Supervisor, Engineering

This position is part of the Administrative Professional (Employee Group)

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Post End Date:

Note to all candidates: This posting will close at 12:01 am on the date listed .June 20, 2024

A Day in the Life…

The Laboratory Supervisor, Engineering is responsible for designing, implementing, coordinating, testing, and maintaining laboratory components. The incumbent provides safe, quality laboratory demonstrations for students in the courses, supervising students and teaching assistants (TAs) in the execution. The Laboratory Supervisor, Engineering maintains equipment, coordinates purchases, and serves as a resource to ensure lab content is consistent with current understanding and technology.

As the Laboratory Supervisor, Engineering, you will:

Work with course instructors and faculty to design, develop and prepare lab demonstrations that are current and relevant to the course curricula;

Work closely with faculty, students, and other staff to support the department's educational goals;

Develop learning objectives, lab manuals and associated documents for laboratory demonstrations, commensurate with current technology and knowledge base;

Prepare the set up and take down of labs and ensure that labs are current and relevant to the course content, including incorporating feedback, and revising;

Perform demonstrations and experiments, directing students through laboratory activities by explaining, observing, correcting, and guiding throughout, ensuring quality and consistency in laboratory delivery;

Maintain detailed records of experiments, equipment logs, calibration logs, and inventory reports;

Manage laboratory resources and inspect laboratory equipment for operational problems;

Maintain and record student grades related to laboratory activities and assessments in the current electronic format (Brightspace);

Advise and resolve students on issues and concerns, remaining current on undergraduate policy and regulations, the Faculty Handbook, and Office of Registrar policy and procedures;

Facilitate the recruitment and selection of Teaching Assistants (TAs) and Student positions;

Schedule and direct the work of TAs (i.e., coordinate and assign teaching duties within a lab section, train, supervise, provide direction, etc.).

What you need to Succeed…

MSc or BSc degree in Engineering and 1-2 years of experience;

Strong understanding of engineering principles and laboratory techniques;

Excellent technical skills and proficiency in using laboratory equipment;

Commitment to laboratory safety standards and procedures;

Excellent understanding of course materials with related experience teaching at the University level, including familiarity with the administrative program requirements;

Demonstrated ability to effectively explain, observe, correct, and guide students in a laboratory environment;

Proficiency in standard computer programs and software, including Microsoft Office, Gradebook, and Brightspace (or equivalent);

Knowledge of and training in chemical safety and transportation of dangerous goods;

Exceptional interpersonal skills including discretion, and confidentiality;

Ability to develop laboratory exercises that complement course content, utilizing current technology, and aligning with student knowledge base;

Strong multi-tasking, prioritization, and organizational skills, with the ability to adhere to strict deadlines and keep accurate records;

Ability to solve problems in ad-hoc situations in a logical and effective manner.

Preferred or Asset Skills…

Holds a PEng designation; and

Experience as a laboratory technician in an academic setting.

Salary and Benefit Information

Job Grade (M), Salary Scale ($68,600- $117,600)*;

Target Hiring Range: $68,600-$80,000;

This position includes full comprehensive benefits including tuition waiver.

*The salary range indicated is representative of all positions evaluated at this level. Actual salary is determined by assessing related skills, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness, subject to available budget.

Applicants are required to upload a resume and cover letter as part of the application process.

Brock University is actively committed to diversity and the principles of Employment Equity and invites applications from all qualified candidates. Women, Aboriginal peoples including those who identify as members of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples, members of visible minorities and racialized groups, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) persons are encouraged to apply. We will accommodate the needs of the applicants and the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the selection process, as outlined in the Employment Accommodation Policy Please advise: to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated through this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

It is Brock University’s policy to give consideration to qualified internal applicants.

We appreciate all applications received; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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